Auto-Run Options

[Guest]

Here's one for you. When you put in a data CD or DVD, the system looks at the
disc and normally gives you a list of options so that you can choose what you
want the computer to do. Some dork checked the box that says "always do this
option". How do I UNDO this so that computer will continue to ask me what I
want it to do? You would think it would be easy to locate a contol for this
....but I'm tearing my hair out looking! Any suggestions?

 

[Malke]

Here's one for you. When you put in a data CD or DVD, the system looks at the
disc and normally gives you a list of options so that you can choose what you
want the computer to do. Some dork checked the box that says "always do this
option". How do I UNDO this so that computer will continue to ask me what I
want it to do? You would think it would be easy to locate a contol for this
...but I'm tearing my hair out looking! Any suggestions?

Double-click (or go to) My Computer and then right-click on the drive in
question. You'll see an Autoplay tab. Click on it and set your autoplay
options the way you want.


Malke

 

[Guest]

I've already tried that one, both customizing and re-setting for each of my
CD/DVD drives, and it make no difference. Every time I insert (say) a music
CD, instead of having Media Player automatically firing up and playing it,
all I get is the Explorer folder. The same thjing happens with movies, photos
etc. Yikes!

 

[Guest]

Here's one for you. When you put in a data CD or DVD, the system looks at the
disc and normally gives you a list of options so that you can choose what you
want the computer to do. Some dork checked the box that says "always do this
option". How do I UNDO this so that computer will continue to ask me what I
want it to do? You would think it would be easy to locate a contol for this
...but I'm tearing my hair out looking! Any suggestions?

AutoFix freeware can fix problems with Windows XP Autoplay
http://www.jsifaq.com/SF/Tips/Tip.aspx?id=6952

 

[Guest]

I've already tried that programme too! Still getting the Explorer folder!

 

[Guest]

Lets See if it Helps

Start >> Run >>> Regedit >> Navigate to

HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer

 

[Kelly]

Many users have solved this issue by removing the AutoPlay Handlers.
Details provided here:

More information here under AutoPlay Enable
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_a.htm#enable

And here: Why doesn't AutoPlay work? It also includes a repair tool.

Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/top10faqs.htm

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All the Best,
Kelly (MS-MVP/DTS&XP)

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