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Windows Tip: Disable AutoPlay

If you frequently switch between audio CDs and data CDs, it helps to disable the AutoPlay feature on your PC. Learn how

If you frequently swap CDs, it helps to disable the Auto CD Run feature, called AutoPlay. Disabling AutoPlay is especially convenient if you change from audio CDs to game CDs to programs. Chris will show you how to disable it on today's episode of "Call for Help."

To disable AutoPlay, follow these instructions:

Single-click your Start Menu, mouse over Settings, and then single-click the Control Panel.
In the Control Panel, double-click the System icon.
On the Device Manager tab, double-click the CD-ROM branch.
Double-click the CD-ROM driver entry.
On the Settings tab, uncheck the Auto Insert Notification box.

To enable AutoPlay, follow the instructions to step six, but then check the Auto Insert Notification box. As an added bonus, here is a shortcut to suspend AutoPlay: Hold down the Shift key while inserting a CD.