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    ROM drive takes 20 seconds to POST

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by userlain, Jan 12, 2008.

  1. userlain

    userlain Newbie

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    The machine is an Extenza 4620Z and the DVDROM takes 20 seconds to be detected on POST, and also when powering up from Standby.

    POST is quick when I remove the DVDROM drive.

    Ideas?
     
    userlain, Jan 12, 2008
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  2. camvan

    camvan Notebook Evangelist

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    sounds like the connection isn't solid when the drive is connected, or the drive is bunk (which is a very common thing) or the IDE controller on your lappy is hooped. I would say it's the drive first, but the only way to know is to get it tested or replaced.
     
    camvan, Jan 12, 2008
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