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# 8  
Old 07-23-2008
try this:
Code:
ok setenv auto-boot? false
ok reset-all

after the reset:
Code:
probe-scsi-all

if there is no other path to a dvd drive, the external drive is not recognized!
# 9  
Old 07-23-2008
don't think dvd is recognized?
I did what you said and the probe-scsi-all brings up nothing? But when I am in the console, and do a cdrw -l it shows the DVD drive.

I have just resorted to copying down the Solaris Sparc CD 1/2/3/4/5 for CD-R. This is taking way too long but what the heck...gotta do it. Too bad this darn DVD drive is not working for me, it would make my day go quicker. The V100 does not have the DVD drive.

Thanks for your help though. Smilie
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