Alienware D0IX001 manual Answers to Common Problems, Computer does not recognize the disc or drive

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CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING

Answers to Common Problems

CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or

Blu-ray Disc™ Drive

The computer does not recognize the disc or drive

•Check to see if the disc is properly inserted into the drive with the label facing up.

•Try another disc.

•Shut down and restart the computer.

•Clean the disc.

•Restart the computer and enter the BIOS setup utility by pressing <F2> as the computer restarts.

•Check the BIOS to ensure that the SATA controllers are enabled. Check the drive configuration to make sure it is properly configured; see any documentation that may be included with your drive.

An audio CD does not produce sound

•Check to see if the audio CD is properly placed on the drive with the label facing up.

•Check the volume controls to ensure they are turned up.

•Make sure that the mute control is not enabled.

•Check the speaker cables to ensure they are properly connected to the audio connectors.

•Clean the CD.

•If the computer has two CD drives, try the audio CD in the other drive.

•Shut down and restart your computer.

•Reinstall the audio device drivers.

A DVD or Blu-ray Disc does not play

•Shut down and restart your computer.

•Clean the disc.

•Reinstall the provided DVD or Blu-ray Disc playback software.

WARNING: Before working inside your desktop, read the safety •

Try another disc. Some discs may have conflict with the drive if the encoding

information in the “SAFETY, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND REGULATORY

on the DVD or Blu-ray disc does not match the encoding recognized by

INFORMATION“ that shipped with your computer. For additional safety

the drive.

best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at

 

www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

 

• Shut down your computer, disconnect the power cable, and open your

 

computer. Make sure that the cables are properly connected to the drive and

 

the SATA connector on your system board or controller card (see the Service

050/

Manual).

 

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Contents Alienware Desktop Manual 02 /02 Contents Basic Specifications Introduction Setting UP Your Desktop Placing Your Desktop Before Setting Up Your DesktopProduct Documentation and Media Connect the Display Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Set Up Microsoft Windows Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Internet Connection Getting to Know Your Desktop Front View Features AlienheadBack View Features Appropriate connectorsBack Panel Connectors Back Light Button Top View FeaturesAccessing the Top Panel Connectors Top Panel Connectors Headphone connector Connects to headphonesConnecting Devices Connecting External Speakers Connecting Printers Connecting a Plug and Play PrinterConnecting a Non Plug and Play Printer Connecting USB DevicesConnecting Ieee 1394 FireWire Devices Using Your Desktop AlienFX Alienware Command CenterWorking With RAID AlienFusionRAID Level 026 /026 Optimizing Performance Entering System Setup Configuring the BiosSystem Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options Sata LAN1 BCM5784 Device Suspend Mode Adjust CPU BClk MHz CPU Temperature Sensor Installing Additional or Replacement Components Before You Begin Turning Off Your DesktopBefore Working Inside Your Desktop Opening and Closing the Side Panel Inside View of Your Computer Memory module connector Securing clips Tab Notch Removing and Replacing Memory Modules041 /041 Removing and Replacing Hard Drives Side panel Release panel043 /043 Removing and Replacing Expansion Cards 045/045 Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance Basic Hints and TipsSoftware Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment PSAAlienware Diagnostics Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support CD/DVDComputer does not recognize the disc or drive Answers to Common ProblemsCD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc Drive An audio CD does not produce soundComputer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears ComputerComputer fails the Post Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Internet connection is slow Hard Drive ProblemsInternet Keyboard MemoryIf the display is blank DisplayMouse If the display is difficult to readPrinter does not turn on PowerPrinter Printer does not printComputer does not recognize the game controller Game ControllersSpeakers There is no sound from the speakersSystem Recovery Using AlienRespawn AlienRespawnAdvanced Recovery Recovery OptionsMicrosoft System Restore Factory System RecoveryPassword Protection To Enable or Change Password SettingsTo Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc Dell DataSafe Local BackupAlienRespawn v2.0 Disc 063/063 Basic Specifications USB PCI Non-Operating Grms Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning Computer SetupComputer Use Replacement Components or Accessories General Safety PrecautionsWhen Should You Contact Alienware? Appendix B Contacting Alienware WebsitesAppendix C Important Information Nvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards0K830RA00
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D0IX001 specifications

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