Comp shuts down when I use the cd drive

Thread starter acefsj
Start date Aug 22, 2009

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acefsj

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Aug 22, 2009

#1

Every time i put in a cd and it starts up i get three beeps and it shuts down any thoughts

Tmagic650

Posts: 17,233 +235

Aug 23, 2009

#2

Disconnect the optical drive (CD) from the motherboard and power. See if the computer runs normally... replace the CD drive

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