Solved Real Techie Help Needed

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tconnally

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Attempting a clean install Vista 32 full OS (not an upgrade) on the below rig. Previously loaded XP without trouble. Now the following message.
"A required CD/DVD drive device driver is missing. If you have a driver floppy disk, CD, DVD, or a USB flash drive, please insert it now. Note: the Windows installation media is in the CD/DVD drive, you can safely remove it for this step."
I have tried loading XP again and Vista with the same message. Attempting to access the CD unsuccessful.
I have tried disconnecting the LG drive and using the Sony, same error message. LG has no drivers on site stated they are embedded in Vista.
Thanks for any help or recommendation.
PSU- OCZ|OCZ700GXSSLI 700W
MB -ASUS P5N32-SLI SE Deluxe NF4SLI
GPU- ASUS 7950GX2 EN7950GX2/2PHT/1G
CPU- INTEL|CORE 2 X6800 2.93G 775
MEM- 4G|CORSAIR TWIN2X2048-6400
CD\DVD SONY DRX-510UL USB (External)
CD\DVD LG 16x Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Super MultiDrive LightScribe
KEYBOARD HP wireless
MOUSE HP wireless
 

My Computer

System One

Hello tconnally,
Can you go in to your Bios, and see if the Hdd is listed there, take a look and post your results.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Self Build
    CPU
    QX9650 (black box) [email protected]
    Motherboard
    Asus P5Q Premium
    Memory
    8GB-4x2GB Corsair Dominator DDR 2-1066
    Graphics Card(s)
    2 x ASUS EAH 4870 X 2 (Quad)
    Sound Card
    Supreme FX 2
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Fujitsu Siemens 22inch flat screen
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    150 Gig WD Raptor
    300 Gig Maxtor
    300 Gig Maxtor, (External)
    PSU
    CoolerMaster 1000
    Case
    CoolerMaster N-Vidia stacker 830
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-U12P x 1x120mm fan, 6x120mm case fans
    Keyboard
    Logitech G15
    Mouse
    Logitech G5
    Internet Speed
    20Mbps
    Other Info
    Audio FX Pro 5+1 gaming head set
The last time i had this, i unplugged the main power lead for ten minutes, cleared the Bios back to default, and said a prayer, i don't know which one worked, but when i tried it, it worked.
I don't think its going to be that easy, but worth a go.
Also take a look at this work around, substitute Flash Drive for Floppy and i think you may have an answer.

http://www.mydigitallife.info/2007/...m-while-installing-vista-on-vmware-serveresx/
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Self Build
    CPU
    QX9650 (black box) [email protected]
    Motherboard
    Asus P5Q Premium
    Memory
    8GB-4x2GB Corsair Dominator DDR 2-1066
    Graphics Card(s)
    2 x ASUS EAH 4870 X 2 (Quad)
    Sound Card
    Supreme FX 2
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Fujitsu Siemens 22inch flat screen
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    150 Gig WD Raptor
    300 Gig Maxtor
    300 Gig Maxtor, (External)
    PSU
    CoolerMaster 1000
    Case
    CoolerMaster N-Vidia stacker 830
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-U12P x 1x120mm fan, 6x120mm case fans
    Keyboard
    Logitech G15
    Mouse
    Logitech G5
    Internet Speed
    20Mbps
    Other Info
    Audio FX Pro 5+1 gaming head set
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