Cd Drive Problems - Gateway E-1600 System Manual

CD drive problems

An audio CD produces no sound.
Probable cause
The CD is loaded incorrectly
The speakers are not
connected
The speaker volume is turned
down
The speakers may be muted
through the Multimedia
volume control
The speakers may be faulty
The sound card may not be
installed correctly
The CD drive audio cable
may be installed incorrectly
An audio CD will not play.
Probable cause
The CD is loaded incorrectly
The CD is scratched or dirty
Solution
Make sure the label is facing up, then try again.
Make sure the speaker cables are connected
properly and securely.
Check the volume control and turn it up if
necessary.
Click the speaker icon on the task bar. Make
sure the Mute check box is not selected.
Connect a set of headphones to the line out
jack to test the output. If they work, replace the
speakers.
Open the computer, then reseat the sound
card. Make sure the cables are connected
properly. Some computers do not have sound
cards because sound capabilities are built into
the system board.
Open the computer and make sure the cables
are connected properly. Some computers do
not have sound cards because sound
capabilities are built into the system board.
Solution
Make sure the label is facing up, then try again.
Try cleaning the CD with a lint-free cloth. Make
sure the CD is not scratched.
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