I can't get my CD-RW drive to read a disc. Please help me.

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  1. Caff

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    I'm having a major problem with my CD-RW drive not being able to read a specific CD-RW. The error message said something like: "Processing error unmounted disc. Backup the data, and reformat." Now, how am I suppose to backup the data if I can't get my drive to read the disc? Am I misunderstanding what it's saying? I have tried several disc, and they all work, except for this one. So there can't be anything wrong with the drive. Please help, I can't afford to lose all the important info on the disc. Thanks a lot.
     
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    The disc also has some scratch, but I don't think that it could harm anything.
     
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    How about trying the 'Recover Files' option of Direct CD?
     
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    Well, I don't use Roxio's Easy CD Creator, I use Nero.
     
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    Start by cleaning the disc very well?
     
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    Yes, i cleaned the disc pretty good. It has some minor scratches.
     
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    Um, is it okay for me to post a link? It has the picture of the error.
     
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    Of course it is.
     
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    Try copying the disc with some regular CD software (like Nero), and not with InCD. I think that your CD-RW is damaged.

    Good washing maneuver for a CD:
    -wash your hands
    -rinse the CD with warm water
    -wash the CD with dish washing liquid (for hand washing) - rub it gently from the center to outline. Never rub with circular motion.
    -Rinse the disc
    -Wipe dry with soft non-scratching cloth

    Dish washing liquids are very effective against grease and there for good for the purpose.
     
    cd-rw.org, Jul 13, 2002
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    but i thought washing cds with soap will make the cd open up. You know, expand. So it won't damage it? Thanks for the advice. I will try it later.
     
    Caff, Jul 13, 2002
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