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PC restarts when burning CD

Jul 28, 2005 5:56PM PDT

Hi folks.

This strange problem has cropped up. I hadn't burnt a CD in a about two months, and yesterday decided to back up some of my documents.

But now, whenever I try to burn a CD, the drive starts off and then the PC restarts. Every damn time. I use Nero 6.0 for burning but the problem persists with Windows burning too. I haven't installed any new devices in a while, and not installed any software that I think would cause a problem. My system is also virus and adware-free.

Any recommendations on what might be the problem? Is it the power supply?

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(NT) (NT) Maybe PSU, or overheating?
Jul 29, 2005 2:56AM PDT
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try...
Jul 29, 2005 8:04AM PDT

deleting the drivers and check for updated drivers and install them or re-install, which ever. Also, make sure the ribbon cables are seated correctly.

and life goes on...

Jack