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dberliner

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April 17th, 2004 04:00

Optplex GX 1 unable to read cdrom

I am attempting to install a new HDD(LG model 4800B) in my GX1. Although the Bios (A10) see's my two cd roms, I am unable to boot to either to install a new OS. I hear the drives spinning .
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    Free_Help

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    Posted April 17th, 2004 05:00

    Did you use the bios set-up to set the cdrom drive as the first boot device? 
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    dberliner

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    Posted April 18th, 2004 02:00

    Yes, Bios is set correctly. It seems that the cdrom is not reading. The cd rom was fine prior to a hard drive failure.
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    starman99

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    Posted April 18th, 2004 07:00

    How about silly things like the ribbon cable connectors to the cds got dislodged during the hdd changeover (just one of many possibilities)?  Simple test for the drives is to connect headphones directly and play a cd.
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    dberliner

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    Posted April 18th, 2004 22:00

    THANKS FOR THE RESPONSE! Cables are set correctly, can see lite on both cdroms and hear them spin. Have decided to put machine up for sale at a garage sale.

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