How to Read a CD from DOS (825426)
The information in this article applies to:
• Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac version 6.1
• Connectix Virtual PC for Mac version 6.0
• Connectix Virtual PC for Mac version 5.0
• Microsoft MS-DOS operating system
SYMPTOMS
You cannot read a CD in a MS-DOS-based virtual machine. The CD/DVD-ROM drive is not available.
CAUSE
This problem occurs because your MS-DOS operating system is not configured to access a CD/DVD-ROM drive.
RESOLUTION
To resolve this problem, edit your Autoexec.bat and Config.sys files to load the drivers that permit MS-DOS to read your CD/DVD-ROM drive.
NOTE: These steps assume that your MS-DOS system files are located in the C:\DOS directory. If they are not, replace C:\DOS with the correct path.
• At a DOS prompt, type:
• Type the following command, and then press the ENTER key:
lh c:\dos\mscdex.exe /s /d idecd001
• Press ALT-F, and then press S to save the file.
• Press ALT-F, press O, and then type the following command:
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• Press ENTER. The Config.sys file opens.
• Type the following command, and then press ENTER:
device=c:\dos\cdrom.sys /d:idecd001
• Press ALT-F, and then press S to save the file.
• Press ALT-F, and then press X to exit the Edit program.
• Restart the virtual machine.
| Modification Type: |
Major |
Last Reviewed: |
10/14/2003 |
| Keywords: |
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