The Option to Erase the CD-RW May Not Be Displayed In Windows XP (301329)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

This article was previously published under Q301329

SYMPTOMS

In Windows XP, if you have a CD-RW disk that is full, the option to erase the disk may not be displayed.

CAUSE

This problem can occur if you have outdated firmware on your CD-RW device.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this problem, contact your CD-RW drive manufacturer to obtain the most up-to-date firmware.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed at the beginning of this article.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/27/2006
Keywords:kbHardware kbprb KB301329