Portege A600-133: DVD player disappears from my computer

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• DVD ROM disappeared from the computer and VISTA Device Manager

  Hello

  I know there are a lot of discussions on the same topic, but I read everything and still my problem persists.

  I'm pretty sure that the problem occurred after installing iTunes. The DVD ROM is no longer accessible on my laptop. The light flashes and the attempts to start a disk, but then nothing.

  I was in the high register looking for filters and bass to remove (such as published in the number of threads). I found only UpperFilters which I deleted but still nothing. I also tried Microsoft FixIt but does not have the ROM either.

  What to do next? Can anyone help? He began to depress me now.

  Well, I have solved my problem. After trying everything I read and was advised to try.

  I simply unplugged the laptop and handed. Then, I reviewed the reader noticing only so slightly, I could see the silver housing of the reader. So I applied a bit of pressure, pushing the player to the laptop so that I could see is no longer the silver case.

  I have not for a minute think that might be the problem. Once the laptop is started, Windows immediately installed the driver and open computer it was. DVD ROM restored.

  Not sure if this may help someone of you guys, but if I post my "fix" :-)

• Driver DVD disappear from 'My computer' and 'Device Manager '.

  Vista HP Portable DVD player continues to disappear from 'My computer' and 'Device Manager '. Already tried Upper/LowerFilters.

  Hi, a few weeks ago, the DVD burner in the laptop suddenly disappearedmy computer (Windows Explorer).  The first thing I did was check theDevice Manager to see if the drive was there.  It was not the case.  Restarting the laptop did nothing.  Repeated several times, active Vista updates.  No change.  By checking the net, I tried to delete the Upper/LowerFilters in the registry, download it tool Microsoft fix , delete iTunes, do a system restore, to change all the parameters of thesleep and hibernation off and a few other things.  It appeared for the first time after that:

  1. Do a restore of the system for the first restore point.
  2. Remove the DVD writer.
  3. Restarting the laptop.
  4. Research of new hardware in Device Manager .
  5. Change all parameters of standby and Hibernate off. (I tried this method without this step first, but the drive disappeared after the computer went to sleep and woke up.)  Tried 3 times with the same results).
  6. Closing.
  7. Reinsert the DVD burner.

  On the next reboot, the DVD writer has been recognized and ended up in my computer and Device Manager .  No errors of any kind and no drivers were installed at startup.

  What has happened since then, in the last 4 or 5 days, is randomly disappears from thedesktop .  Usually after a few hours or more.  This time, however, it usually appears inDevice Manager after a search of new material.  No reboot required.  It will read from a DVD .avi files each time.  It has not been detected byDevice Manager maybe about 2 or 3 times, and after a simple reboot, it will be present inmy computer and Device Manager automatically after a reboot.  I read that the superior/UpperFilter mark has worked for many people, but for some, the problem returns.  In addition, many of the discussions on this question and proofreading are years.  It happened about 10 days ago.  Within 2 days before the problem appeared first, it was an update of windows, but also an update of iTunes.

  I noticed that I received this error when opening iTunes:

  "The registry settings used by the iTunes for importing and burning CDs and DVDs are missing. This can occur as a result of installing other CD burning software. Please reinstall iTunes. ''

  I have not reinstalled, no DVD player.  Uninstalled itunes again.  Since I finally got the drive to appear (using the method I described above), I did bother to reinstall iTunes because I particularly need it on this computer, worried that it may be the cause of the original problem and I wanted to see if the disc disappears again.  I did do it, however, let QuickTime installed.  Don't know if this could be a problem?

  I stumbled upon this suggestion, but I also had the same question as the next post, and I have not seen a response.  I don't know if or how I should try:

  Nikki,

  You can not go back if the restore points aren't there. Try to reinstall the IDE driver.

  To do:
  -Click on the round to start and right click on computer
  -Left click on properties, this will open the system window
  -Click on device high Managerin left
  -Click on continue if prompted by UAC
  -Goto the 'IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers' you should right click on uninstall and restart

  BTW that dog rox in this avitar

  See you soon! MCP. MCDST. LVL 80

  Hi, thanks for the comment on my puppy. She is now 5 MB and her name is Nikki, lol.

  Well, I tried what you said, but the IDE ATA/ATAP controllers has a (+), so when I select it does give me not an option to uninstall. It is for me (analysis of the physical changes (or) properties).       and if I click on the (+) sign I have 4 different options. 2 channels IDE, Intel (R) 82801 HEM / HBM SATA AHCI controller and Intel(r) ICH8M Ultra ATA Storage controllers - 2850.

  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistahardware/thread/e3701d75-9dbe-4ae9-9d70-83f14129247c?Prof=required

  What I see in "Device Manager", under IDE ATA/ATAP controllers is:

  IDE channel (x 4)

  Ricoh Memory Stick Controller

  Ricoh SD/MMC Host Controller

  Ricoh xD-Picture Card Controller

  Controller of PCI standard IDE dual channel (x 2)

  The laptop is about 2 years and never had problems.  The DVD burner is hardly used to burn, maybe a total of 5 disks in this time.  It has been used occasionally to read or copy from, but not much.  I'm not convinced that he is dead, as I had 2 die on me in desktop computers, after burning hundreds of CDs in them and read much.

  in any case, I was not able to find any bugs or suggestions (with the exception of 'replace' the reader), so I just wanted to describe my specific situation and see if anyone could help out.  Forgive me for information, I have left out, but I am an amateur when it comes to the problems with the computer and still don't know what mean things or where I can get information on my OS, software or hardware.  All anyone can do would be greatly appreciated.

  This is the information I have:

  HP Pavilion dv6700 Notebook PC

  Optiarc DVD RW AD-7560 ATA Device

  Vista Home Premium

  Service Pack 2

  Thanks again for any help.

  Hello
   
  1. do you have the software installed on the computer of CD/DVD burning?
   
  Check if the CD/DVD drive is recognized in the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System).
  Check ' BIOS: frequently asked questions ": http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/BIOS-frequently-asked-questions
  Step 1: We also recommend to uninstall the CD/DVD burning software, if you have everything installed, restart the computer and check the result.
  Scan for the device in Device Manager. To do this, try the following steps.
  1. click on start, type devmgmt.msc and press to enter.
  2. click on one of the items in the list, click the Action menu and click Scan for hardware changes.
  3. check if the CD/DVD is displayed.
  
  For more assistance on this, contact the manufacturer of the laptop.
   
  Kind regards
  Syed
  Answers from Microsoft supports the engineer.

• Button Portege A600 - 133 Windows 7 64 bit problem

  After installing windows 7 64 bit on Portege A600-133, Toshiba or Toshiba Assist button a presenter button work. All other keys are working properly. How can I solve this problem?

  Hello

  Have you installed the latest VAP (value added package)?
  Toshiba page provides the last Win 7 VAP for A600 which is v1.2.40

  You use the latest version of the BIOS?
  Check it!

• Portege A600-133 - Slim Port Replicator III does not entirely

  Hello...

  I just got a Slim Port Replicator III (model PA3681E-2PRP) and annexed a number of devices (a VGA monitor, a USB keyboard and a USB mouse), according to the user manual.

  The unit, however, does well with my laptop (a Portege A600-133). Specifically, the laptop battery does not, the devices are not recognized and docking led remains off. However, the laptop turns on and off of the port replicator power switch, and the ethernet port also works very well.

  Clues?

  Thank you!

  Dimitris

  Hello
  I also had problems with the Portege A600 and Slim Port Replikator, when I just connect, works all good! Maybe it's too you, when you try to connect to the port Slim R. you: with your hands the laptop with Slim Port R. extra press together in the Air about where the connector is, one when she makes "Clack" and then a right is connected!
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• Windows media player has completely disappeared from my computer. I can't find even in programs

  I have a Vista program. When I did the updates and things may have changed, my Windows media player has completely disappeared from my computer. I can't find even in programs. What can I do?

  Hello

  You can navigate to C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player and check if the wmplayer file is listed. If it is there, and then create a shortcut on the desktop or right-click on "wmplayer" and chose "Pin to start menu" and check if it helps.

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• I have an Acer Aspire One Netbook. (No DVD player). From the start on the hard drive, I get a black screen with a blinking cursor.

  I have an Acer Aspire One Netbook.  (No DVD player).  From the start on the hard drive, I get a black screen with a blinking cursor.  The cursor does not type.  For me, maybe I need to reinstall windows 7 and startup tasks are corrupt.  I have my product key genuine for the computer, but no way to get to windows.  How to restore windows on a netbook that won't start?

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  New computers coming often pre-installed with Windows 7 have what is called a recovery partition. This is used to reinstall an operating system in the case of a system failure. To access it, you need to start when you start your computer by pressing a function key. This can be either F1, F2, F9, F10, F11, F12 key DEL or tab. See the manual that came with your PC for instructions on how to reinstall Windows.

  If your recovery partition is not available or damaged, you must contact the manufacturer of your computer, and request that a defined recovery disk you can use to reinstall Windows 7. They could practice a small shipping and handling.

  Borrow a 32 bit Genuine Windows 7 friends DVD disc if you know someone who has one.

  Make an image of the DVD, you can use a program like ISO Recorder to do.
  http://alexfeinman.com/

  If you don't have a Windows 7 DVD to borrow, try to upload a picture:

  32 bit
  http://MSFT-DNL.digitalrivercontent.NET/msvista/pub/X15-65732/X15-65732.ISO

  You change the content of the. ISO file and delete the ei.cfg file. After having edited burn it to a blank DVD disc or put it on a USB key. Startup, it will reveal all editions of Windows 7, select the Starter edition. More information in the following article on how to change the file ei.cfg

  Utility delete EI.cfg allows you to use a product key
  http://Lifehacker.com/#%215438005/eicfg-removal-utility-lets-you-use-any-product-key-with-your-Windows-7-disc

  You can create a bootable USB stick with the following:
  Download Windows 7 USB/DVD tool
  http://store.Microsoft.com/help/ISO-tool

  Skip entering your product key Windows 7 and complete the installation.

  When you reach the desktop, click Start, right-click on computer

  Click on properties

  Scroll down to the Windows Activation

  Click the link x days before activation.

  Click on the link that says: "show me other ways to activate.

  Enter the product key (this is the key of Windows 7 Starter, which would be located on the COA sticker at the bottom of your laptop)

  Click next

  Select the Activation of the phone

  Click Next when you enter your key page

  Select your country

  Click Next, call the number listed

  Be sure to explain your situation to the Appeals Officer.

  They will give a confirmation ID, enter it

  Click next to complete the activation.

  Once activation is complete, enjoy yourself, make a backup of your installation of Windows 7 Starter please? You will need to do this an external hard drive, but its worth it. Because if your installation is messed up, all you have to do is to restore from a backup.

  http://www.notebooks.com/2009/10/24/how-to-backup-your-installation-of-Windows-7/

  Once the backup is complete, you can do an upgrade to Windows 7 Professional by using the product key that you have, if it's a full key, Windows 7 Professional Anytime Upgrade retail or upgrade license key.

  Click Start, type Anytime Upgrade, follow the on-screen Wizard, enter the key of Windows 7 Professional on demand, click Next and restart your computer when you are prompted. Less than 10 minutes, you should be upgraded to Windows 7 Professional and your files and settings retained.

  Reactivate the installation, you may also do it by phone:
  Activate Windows 7 manually:
  1. click on start and in the search for box type: slui.exe 4

  2. press enter on your keyboard

  3. Select your country.
  4. Select the telephone activation option and brace yourself for a real person.

• Samsung TS-H653G DVD burner, I have this unit in my Dell Inspiron but D drive disappeared from the computer screen and will not reinstall successfully.

  I have this unit in my Dell Inspiron but D drive disappeared from the computer screen and will not reinstall successfully. Possible solutions please

  I have this unit in my Dell Inspiron but D drive disappeared from the computer screen and will not reinstall successfully. Possible solutions please

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  See how you go with this great piece of software.

  http://www.thewindowsclub.com/repair-fix-Windows-7-Vista-problems-with-FixWin-utility

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  GT4U

• MSpaint has seemed to have disappeared from my computer

  MSpaint has seemed to have disappeared from my computer

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  What version of Windows are you using?

  MSPaint has ever worked?

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• my painting has disappeared from the computer

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  Hi Philefield,

  Click START, open RUN and type MSPAINT and hit ENTER. It will help you get the refund application of paint.

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• I use Adobe Photoshop on a daily basis, from today, that the program has disappeared from my computer. Is it possible to restore the program or to understand what happened?

  I use Adobe Photoshop on a daily basis, from today, that the program has disappeared from my computer. Is it possible to restore the program or to understand what has happened through Windows XP Pro?

  Has it really been uninstalled... or if only the shortcut has disappeared?

  Click Start > search, select "All files and folders", then search for photoshop.exe

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• Paint program has disappeared from my computer

  I use PAINT a lot, but it has disappeared from my computer. How can I get it back?

  I use PAINT a lot, but it has disappeared from my computer. How can I get it back?

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• Color problems: the red color has disappeared from my computer

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  The red color has disappeared from my computer. The moniter is ok.

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  You did it changes on your machine before the problem?
   
  It could be a hardware failure.
   
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  broken monitor cable has...
  b. defective monitor.
  c. faulty graphics card.
   
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  Double check that monitor cable is firmly attached. Try the Wiggles, see if the color returns.
  Step 2:
  
  Test another monitor on the PC (Personal Computer), and/or the monitor on another PC.
  Step 3:
  
  You may have a bad cable, or the monitor may be defective.
   
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  Right-click on the desktop and select Properties. Go to the tab settings, and report on what choice was filed under 'Color quality' and what is the other choice in the drop-down list?
   
  If there is no choice of color quality better than what you have, you may not use the correct driver for your video card or monitor.
   
  Uninstall and reinstall the drivers for video card and see if the red color appears.
   
  Follow the steps in the link to uninstall and reinstall the video card drivers.
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  Aziz Nadeem - Microsoft Support

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• How can I recover pictures that have disappeared from my computer without have been deliberately deleted

  Very important photo files have apparently just disappeared from my computer. All searches have resulted in nothing. Can anyone help please?

  Hello

  Is the size of the space occupied the same thing for your hard drive, or changed?

  If it remains unchanged, read this as to what some malware can do (article 19):

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• IE8 has disappeared from my computer and I can't retrieve it or download it successfully.

  Works fully update Vista HP on a gateway DX4710-09, Pentium Dual core E5200, 6 GB of RAM DDR2, HD 640GO with lots of space empty.

  Originally 32 and 64 bit versions of IE8 was installed and usable.  Just for a test, on 06/02/13 I installed and set Firefox as default browser but do not delete IE8 or other than to replace it with Firefox by default.  I used Firefox and IE8 such as required and all worked well for a while and then a few days ago two versions of IE8 has mysteriously disappeared from my computer and I was not able to get a return.  I tried to download but for some reason any that does not work.  I checked the list of installed programs and IE8 does not appear here and the two icons disappeared in the start menu, as well as in the Group of quick launch.  An IE folder appears in Windows Explorer in the Program Files folder as the Program Files (x 86) folders.  The subfolders in each list of files with a modification of 18/02/13 date I think it's the date IE8 disappeared.  Being not qualified for one more, I did nothing with any of the files in these folders for fear of making things worse.  Someone care to volunteer to get out of this dilemma?

  Hello

  Welcome to the Microsoft community forums!
  I understand that you can not install Internet Explorer 8 on the computer. Provide us the information to help you further.

  1. what happens when you try to install Internet Explorer 8 on the computer?
  2. you receive an error message?
  3. don't you make changes on the computer before the show?

  You can try the advice given and check if you are able to install Internet Explorer 8 on the computer.

  Method 1:
  You can try to download the standalone version of Windows Internet Explorer 8 and try to install the same.

  Link to download the standalone version of Windows Internet Explorer 8:

  http://www.Microsoft.com/Windows/Internet-Explorer/default.aspx

  Method 2:
  If you are facing a problem then, try the link troubleshooting steps:
  How to solve Internet Explorer 8 installation problems
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/949220

  Check out the link:
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Internet-Explorer/products/IE-8/system-requirements

  Method 3:

  You can check the installation of internet explorer 8 on the computer under the Tower of the windows features turn on or off the option
  a. Close all programs.
  b. click Startand then click Control Panel.
  c. click on programs and features.
  d. in the pane tasks, click Windows turn on or off features.
  e. in the windows features list, if the check box next to internet Explorer 8 is verified, then it is installed.

  You can use internet explorer 8 and check if you have the same problem as the previous or the issue is resolved.
  You can follow the path and try to open internet explorer 8 using the exe file the below. Check if you can open internet explorer, version 8.
  "C:\Program may Explorer\iexplore.exe.

  If you need further assistance, please answer and we will be happy to help you.