new dvd drive/no boot

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by Sandynut, Oct 29, 2009.

  1. Sandynut

    Sandynut Private E-2

    I put in a new dvd drive & my bios doesnt recognize it & windows wont boot even if I unplug new drive. Dell precision 380
     
  2. brownizs

    brownizs MajorGeek

    Check the jumpers, and make sure that the IDE cable is plugged in properly. Also, when you get the jumpers set correctly, go into the Bios, and check the settings. If you have a camera, take pic's of the jumpers, and the bios screen, and post back.
     

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