Paul on 26 Oct 2003 12:35:03 -0500


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[PLUG] CD Drive Destroyer


Thanks to Dave from CHLUG for this info:

http://mandrakelinux.com/en/errata.php3#badlg

Error scenario: Installing [Mandrake] 9.2 and being told unable to install the base system and subsequent reboot reveals that CD-ROM drive is physically dead.

Why: According to LG Electronics, their ODD (Optical Disc Drive) products do not support Linux nor do they test with Linux. Unfortunately, many Dell computers (possibly others) come with these CD-ROM drives.

Solution: Currently there is no solution or work-around for this issue; it is still under investigation. Damage occurs even when doing a network install. At this point, please do not install Mandrake Linux 9.2 on any computer containing a LG-based CD-ROM drive or it will damage your CD-ROM drive! We are actively looking for a solution to this problem.


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