I get an error message from windows when trying to add files to my CD-RW?

Question

I keep getting the following error message:

To use this disc, choose the task “Erase the CD-RW”, which will format the disc so that Windows can use it.

I used to be able to copy files easily with my old computer (it had windows 2000 on it). But the cd tray broke and I brought a new computer (with Windows XP). Now I can't copy anything on to my CD-RW . I use Roxio to create CDs. But I am wondering if I have to erase all my CD-RWs in order to use them again with the new computer.
Please help?

Also, after re-formating one CD-RW, I put in files and clicked "Write files to CD". Do I have to do this everytime I add a new item on the CD?? With Windows 2000 I would just add it and that would be it. Is there anything I can do to change this??

And one more thing... why can't I delete files if it's a rewritable CD? I get an error message when trying to delete a file on the CDRW.

Answer 1

yes, with winodws xp you do have to reformat your disk to re-write it.... one of the downfalls.... i miss just being able to add to it too..... easiest way: the folder that you have the files you want to burn to the cd will have a link on the top left side of the screen that says create cd, or burn these files to cd, ,,, something like that... save all of the files in the cd into that folder, then format the disk, and reburn everything back to it.

sorry it's such a pain in the butt.... good luck

Answer 2

R U trying to Roxio to add files or R U open the drive associated with the writer. I would try open the CD and viewing the files from My Computer. If You want to add a file click down on and move mouse and drag and drop in to the drive. You can do this by minimizing two window or desktop. Then when done on the left is a Add these file to disk click on it

Answer 3

when u create a cd the info is permanately burned onto the cd. when you try to add other stuff it wont allow you to overwrite anything else

Answer 4

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