Throw it in the bin - get your machine chipped (otherwise you wasting your time). Have a look round for the best software to make backups (you got here so you obviously been sniffing around). Recommended - CloneCD but you need a supported writer (I got a plextor) Check CloneCD webpage (dunno where it is - use a search engine) for a list of supported writers. Some non-listed ones will work too but you might end up making a few coasters trying. If you can't copy the game directly cos you don't have the right writer use summat else - Disc Juggler is pretty good but you will usually need a patch for the game (...again - I ain't got time to give you all the directions - look!). Finally - look after your discs better! (like I believe that's the reason you need to backup).