The APTI CR-R/RW 12x8x32 is a CD / DVD reader manufactured by Acer. Problems such as drive is not found or is not recognized by Windows, or drive cannot read or write media can be solved when you update the driver. This driver - "ACER-APTICD-R_RW12x8x32DriversV2_14.exe" - has been downloaded 4,667 times and is rated 4 out of 5 stars based on 30 reviews. Our users report success installing this driver update on PCs running Windows 7 and Windows XP. The total disk space used for this update is 380.4 KB.
APTI CR-R/RW 12x8x32
Windows 2003, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows NT4, Windows NT3.51, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows 3.1
ACER-APTICD-R_RW12x8x32DriversV2_14.exe (380.4 KB)
Driver version V2.14
Windows 9x
And MD-DOS
Rich (DG Member) on 1-Aug-2001
To get the APTI CR-R/RW 12x8x32 driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Acer APTI CR-R/RW 12x8x32 into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Acer Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Acer website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
| Name | Size | Date |
|---|---|---|
| README.GER | 7.2 KB | 30 Jun 1997 |
| README.JPN | 3.8 KB | 12 Dec 1995 |
| dtr.exe | 55.3 KB | 13 Mar 1998 |
| chpio2.exe | 1.8 KB | 23 Jun 1997 |
| SETUP2.EXE | 37.6 KB | 9 Nov 1995 |
| readme | 7.1 KB | 30 Jun 1997 |
| SETUP.EXE | 49.8 KB | 1 Jul 1996 |
| HELVB.FON | 50.9 KB | 16 Sep 1994 |
| UDF/readme.txt | 2.0 KB | 15 Jan 1999 |
| UDF/udfrinst.exe | 358.0 KB | 6 Jan 1999 |
| README.FRE | 7.9 KB | 30 Jun 1997 |
| README.SPA | 7.3 KB | 30 Jun 1997 |
| README.ITA | 8.2 KB | 30 Jun 1997 |
| VIDE-CDD.SYS | 11.2 KB | 17 Feb 1998 |