win7 64bit not reading Vista CD

iris_gal

13 years ago

Didn't find info at HP site or my google searches.

New HP laptop Win7 64bit is not reading my CDs with .jpg files burned on an XP machine (~9 years old).

Is this normal?

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (7)

iris_gal
Original Author
13 years ago
Oops in the subject line. Not Vista but XP. Sorry.
bob414
13 years ago
Not normal. My HP laptop with Win7 64 bit reads cd's created with XP and with Win 98. I don't have any older than that.
Related Discussions
Extremely slow start up
Q
Comments (29)
Zep, thank you so much for all you time and advise. I truly appreciate it. Can I ask you about the log I posted at 14:41 particularly the double entries? Acrobat.com Acrobat.com Ad-Aware Ad-Aware Adobe AIR Adobe AIR Corel Painter Photo Essentials 4 Corel Painter Photo Essentials 4 CyberLink DVD Suite CyberLink DVD Suite Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer HP MediaSmart TV HP MediaSmart TV HP MediaSmart Webcam HP MediaSmart Webcam LabelPrint LabelPrint etc? Why are there doubles? I have to log off for the night, but if you have any more suggestions I will check back tomorrow. Thanks again. Carol
...See More
no sound from WMP on Win 7 laptop since defragging
Q
Comments (11)
Thanks, Owbist. I tried that yesterday, but nothing changed with WMP. However, I thought it might be a good idea to redo the procedure. Some striking changes occurred this time. All of my WAV files now open in Windows Live Movie Maker. I tried to play a music CD and got the box that said Windows couldn't open the file. When I checked the properties of the music, it shows as a CDA File... (I'm not alarmed - I know there has to be a fix.) OK, I thought... I'll just go back to the Media Features and redo the procedure. However, there are now no check marks in the WMP or Media Center boxes! I record 3 church services a week on this laptop. I take the sound from - I believe it's called a preamp - (signal too strong directly from mixer) and am able to record in Audacity. I now have audio in Audacity whereas I lost it after the defrag. However, the wav files I made from the audacity project files now open in window movie maker and are unplayable... I don't think I will ever defrag this laptop again!!! :)
...See More
Can 64bit processor run in 32bit mode?
Q
Comments (5)
Found this on another forum which may help\; Microsoft has a free download for Vitural PC. With this program running in your Windows Vista 64 bit environment, you can run a Windows XP 32 bit environment, and launch an MS DOS environment from there. Additionally, you can create as many of these virtual environments as you want. Unfortunately, Microsoft requires you to have both a Windows XP licience iand a Vista Licence if you are going to run both Vista and XP (even with one in the virtual world). If you own a regerestered copy of XP, I'm told that a work around to this potential problem is to reinstall your virtual XP environment when the preceeding one experies it's 30 day registration requirement. Or; Download virtualbox from Sun for free and run a virtual instance of win xp 32bit, win vista 32bit ...I would suspect licencing for whatever os you choose ie XP or Vista would also apply after the trial period. I have never tried this , just reporting what I have found
...See More
Looking into the future: 32 or 64 bit?
Q
Comments (12)
Hello Luis_pr, my name is Rick and I work with the Windows Outreach Team. I wanted to comment on your questions about 32 Vs 64 bit Vista. Currently most of the computer manufactures are building and offering machines that meet minimum requirements of both Vista additions. However, as you have already discovered, you will only be able to take advantage of 3.6 gigs of your ram in Vista 32. If you do not want to ÂgupgradeÂh in the future I would choose a computer with 4 gigs of Ram and Vista 64 (which are quite common and affordable at the moment). Most new processors and software will be built or written with 64bit architecture. 64 bit, is becoming the new standard for PC technology and most new apps and hardware will be built for that. I wouldnÂft worry about compatibility issues right now as many of the issues from the past have been worked out and moving forward the software will be written with the new 64bit standard. It should be noted that you will not be able to upgrade from 32 to 64, so you have to choose which ever addition you want from the start. If you have more specific questions that you wish answered I would be happy to help. Rick
...See More
iris_gal
Original Author
13 years ago
Thank you Bob.
owbist
13 years ago
Have you tried the CD in another computer to see if it is corrupted? Do other CDs play in the new Win 7 computer?
iris_gal
Original Author
13 years ago
I did try a music CD as well and nothing happened. Couldn't see a directory or play it.

Today I put a clean CD in; a format menu box popped up; did that. Then dragged some folders to it (using Windows Explorer option). They copied.

Popped out the CD and put in the old "unreadable" one and the burn menu showed again but this time with additional option to view contents, lo, there were all the folders. Why windows explorer couldn't read it before? Now the problem is trying to open a .jpg to view. When I click on one (I use IrfanView) all the filenames turn pale and the CD spins, and spins, and spins. The cursor remains as an hourglass. When I try to close the explorer window a message saying program not responding shows up and I choose end process to get the explorer window to close.

I'm wondering if the old Roxio program I used to burn the CDs is the problem. Don't have Roxio on this computer.
owbist
13 years ago
Why use Irfanview? Windows Explorer does an excellent job and in Windows 7 you are offered the choice of extra large icons and it is great. I use large normally but if a few photos are similar then going to the extra large makes it easier on these tired old eye.

Open Windows Explorer (I have an icon permanently on the task bar) by right clicking the Start button and clicking 'Open Windows Explorer'
Click the 'Pictures' folder
Now look in the top right corner for 4 icons. The first one if you hover over it says 'Change your view', click it and select your choice. The extra large is very handy.

Burning either DVDs or CDs is a snap with Windows 7 too
iris_gal
Original Author
13 years ago
Thanks owbist.

Right, I'm getting used to using the Explorer for viewing photos. Irfan is my default viewer because I am usually doing some editing. Perhaps if I remove that preference Win7 may open the jpg's for viewing on my old cd's?

Neat how Win7 treats the cd like a usb device. That is what I'll be using to burn cd's on this machine.

Related Stories

MOVING Tips for Winning a Bidding War in a Hot Home Market

By Christine Tusher

Cash isn’t always king in a bidding war. Get the home you want without blowing your budget, using these Realtor-tested strategies

Full Story

GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING 11 Seductive Landscapes That Lure With Less

By Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

Go ahead, lead them on. Offering just a peek of alluring paths and tantalizing vistas can make for a most enticing garden

Full Story

PHOTO FLIP 71 Dream Bathtub Views

By Bryan Anthony

Soak in the sights with this collection of tantalizing tubs and inspiring vistas

Full Story

107

LANDSCAPE DESIGN The 7 Best Plant Types for Creating Privacy and How to Use Them

By Falon Mihalic

Follow these tips for using different kinds of plants as living privacy screens

Full Story

MATERIALS What Is Shiplap?

By Matt Clawson

Read how a common exterior siding became so popular for interior paneling

Full Story

PLANTING IDEAS 7 Ways to Use Drifts and Masses In Your Garden

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

Whether in formal or natural landscapes, grasses or succulents planted en masse elevate the garden

Full Story

LIFE 7 Tips to Get With a New Minimalist Mentality

By Alison Hodgson

Feeling overwhelmed by your stuff? Here's how to pare down, simplify and keep just what you need and love at home

Full Story

299

ORGANIZING 7-Day Plan: Get a Spotless, Beautifully Organized Home Office

By Laura Gaskill

Start your workday with a smile in a home office that’s neat, clean and special to you

Full Story

114

LIFE 7 Things to Do Before You Move Into a New House

By Bud Dietrich, AIA

Get life in a new house off to a great start with fresh paint and switch plates, new locks, a deep cleaning — and something on those windows

Full Story

228

KITCHEN DESIGN 7 Awesome Add-ons for Kitchen Cabinets

By Jennifer Ott Design

Useful gadgets, docks for your devices, extra lighting ... when it comes to cabinets, do look down

Full Story

win7 64bit not reading Vista CD

Comments (7)

iris_gal
Original Author

bob414

Related Discussions

iris_gal
Original Author

owbist

iris_gal
Original Author

owbist

iris_gal
Original Author

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US

win7 64bit not reading Vista CD

Comments (7)

iris_galOriginal Author

bob414

Related Discussions

iris_galOriginal Author

owbist

iris_galOriginal Author

owbist

iris_galOriginal Author

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US

iris_gal
Original Author

iris_gal
Original Author

iris_gal
Original Author

iris_gal
Original Author