My blank cd-r is not recognized on desktop and in folder..

Computer.Geek · Computer.Geek #1 (**permalink**)

01-02-2005, 12:53 PM

Hi,

I am trying to burn a file onto cd but it does not get recognized @ all. The funny thing is that it works completely fine in iTunes in terms of recognizing a blank cd but not the same otherwise. Can someone tell me what's up? I'm frustrated b/c I need the hard drive space as it is getting close to completely full.

Thanks!

trpnmonkey41 · trpnmonkey41 #2 (**permalink**)

01-02-2005, 01:37 PM

Go into System Preferences -> CD/DVD and make sure that when you insert a blank cd it is set to open up finder...you probably just have it set to ignore

Mr.Curlynose1 · Mr.Curlynose1 #3 (**permalink**)

01-02-2005, 02:21 PM

I had that happen once. Restart your iBook.

Computer.Geek · Computer.Geek #4 (**permalink**)

01-02-2005, 02:53 PM

Thanks for the tips!!

Actually I just realized that I didn't have enough free hard drive space required to burn the disc. I just emptied out the extra stuff and now everything is back to normal. But thank you for the prompt replies!!

AUZambo · AUZambo #5 (**permalink**)

06-08-2009, 07:33 AM

I think I may win the award for bumping an old thread, but I'm having the same problem with my MBP. I was trying to burn about 500 MB of pics to a CD for my inlaws and my computer isn't even recognizing the blank CD-R. I've tried three different brands, so it's not a faulty CD-R.

I've already tried setting the default action to open finder when I insert a blank disk and that didn't work, and I've got 45 gigs of free space, so I doubt that's the problem....or were you talking about RAM with the previous post?

Anyway, I called tech support last night and he couldn't figure it out and suggested I take it to the local apple store. I'll do that, but won't have time until this weekend and am hoping there's a quick fix somewhere. Let me know if you have any suggestions.

vansmith · vansmith #6 (**permalink**)

06-08-2009, 09:14 AM

Is it a faulty drive? Take a look in Disk Utility to see if it's still listed.

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Member Since: Oct 19, 2008 Location: Ottawa Posts: 15,327 Mac Specs: 2012 13" MBP (2.5 i5, 8GB)	06-08-2009, 09:14 AM Is it a faulty drive? Take a look in Disk Utility to see if it's still listed. Important Links: Community Guidelines : Use the reputation system if you've been helped. M-F Blog :: Write for the blog :: M-F IRC Channel - Chats every Sunday at 8PM EST.
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Computer.Geek #1 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 25, 2004 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 200 Mac Specs: 13.3" 2.26 GHz MBP, 2GB RAM, 640GB HD	01-02-2005, 12:53 PM Hi, I am trying to burn a file onto cd but it does not get recognized @ all. The funny thing is that it works completely fine in iTunes in terms of recognizing a blank cd but not the same otherwise. Can someone tell me what's up? I'm frustrated b/c I need the hard drive space as it is getting close to completely full. Thanks!
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Computer.Geek #4 (permalink)
Member Since: Oct 25, 2004 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 200 Mac Specs: 13.3" 2.26 GHz MBP, 2GB RAM, 640GB HD	01-02-2005, 02:53 PM Thanks for the tips!! Actually I just realized that I didn't have enough free hard drive space required to burn the disc. I just emptied out the extra stuff and now everything is back to normal. But thank you for the prompt replies!!
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AUZambo #5 (permalink)
Member Since: Nov 06, 2006 Posts: 274 Mac Specs: 2006 Macbook Pro 15.4" glossy screen, 2.16 ghz, 640 gb, 2 gb ram	06-08-2009, 07:33 AM I think I may win the award for bumping an old thread, but I'm having the same problem with my MBP. I was trying to burn about 500 MB of pics to a CD for my inlaws and my computer isn't even recognizing the blank CD-R. I've tried three different brands, so it's not a faulty CD-R. I've already tried setting the default action to open finder when I insert a blank disk and that didn't work, and I've got 45 gigs of free space, so I doubt that's the problem....or were you talking about RAM with the previous post? Anyway, I called tech support last night and he couldn't figure it out and suggested I take it to the local apple store. I'll do that, but won't have time until this weekend and am hoping there's a quick fix somewhere. Let me know if you have any suggestions.
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