On 24 Apr 2003, at 17:42, Gregory A. Moyer wrote: > 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. Most newer laptops provide a "PCCARD" slot, which will support PCMCIA devices. But you may have an old laptop that really is only PCMCIA, and a newer drive that works only with PCCARD. David Gillett The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine Visit our web site to signup: http://freepctech.com