HI: trying to install a external cd rom on a laptop through a pcmcia slot. I have check the drivers for the slot in the device manager and it says the device is working ok. When i put the card from the cd rom in the slot I do not hear any beeps like iam told i should before i can install software for cd rom. Also the cd rom is not getting power light does not come on. I know the cd rom is ok used it on other laptops before. Do you want to signoff PCBUILD or just change to Digest mode - visit our web site: http://freepctech.com/pcbuild.shtml