Backup scratched disk

mz71687 · #1 26-07-2001, 22:50

I recentley had to re-format my HD and reload everything back on. When I Windows was installing I had numerous errors about the CD. I took it out and looked at the bottom which was very scratched. Is there any program that can identify and bad CD and then make a working copy of it?

Mr. B. · #2 06-08-2001, 01:42

A different cd rom drive might be able to read your scratched cd. Ask a friend who has a cd writer to try to make a working copy of your disc.

#3 09-08-2001, 11:55

If the disc is lightly scratches although a lot it is no problem, just get some white toothpaste (really I'm not taking the p**s) rub a reasonable amount over the reading side of the disc untill all gone, try it again you'll be surprised :-)

'S'

rubber2k1 · #4 12-08-2001, 21:14

Also you can use waxing compound that you use on car paint surfaces. Rub on/wipe off, just like on the karate kid movies. it works too!