If you have to install 64bit Windows Vista, 7 or Server 2008 than you may come across an error that goes 'Select CD-ROM Boot Type'. This will happen when you try to boot from the hard drive after the Windows DVD has copied over some of the files during the first phase of installation. We searched the internet and came across hundreds of people begging for assistance over this error and we have the solution here and tested it recently with Windows 7 64bit Enterprise.
- Take your CD/DVD/ISO and copy all the contents to your computer.
- Download OSCDIMG.exe from here: CLICK HERE FOR DOWNLOAD
- Now load up the command line and run the following command '
oscdimg -n -m -bc:windows7contentsbootetfsboot.com c:windows7contents c:newwindows7dvdnewwindows7dvd.iso'
Go to system preferences and change your startup disk to the partition with the dmg on it. Restart your computer and voila, it's like you're running off an install disk. Choose the remaining. Apple USB SuperDrive. Apple claims that its USB SuperDrive has everything you need in an optical.
The program will produce for you a brand new ISO to use that will not give you the 'Select CD-ROM Boot Type Free windows program for mac. ' error in the future.
Check compatibility
The Apple USB SuperDrive is compatible with Mac models from 2008 and later that don't have a built-in optical drive.
Install Cd Rom Drive
Connect and use your SuperDrive
To use your SuperDrive, connect it to a USB-A port on your Mac*, then insert a disc.Make sure that the aluminum enclosure of the SuperDrive is facing up.
To connect your SuperDrive to a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port on your Mac, you can use one of these adapters:
Eject a disc
How To Install Cd Drive
To eject a disc, click Finder in the Dock, then choose File > Eject. Or, if your keyboard has an eject key, press and hold .
The Apple USB SuperDrive is compatible with Mac models from 2008 and later that don't have a built-in optical drive.
Install Cd Rom Drive
Connect and use your SuperDrive
To use your SuperDrive, connect it to a USB-A port on your Mac*, then insert a disc.Make sure that the aluminum enclosure of the SuperDrive is facing up.
To connect your SuperDrive to a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) or USB-C port on your Mac, you can use one of these adapters:
Eject a disc
How To Install Cd Drive
To eject a disc, click Finder in the Dock, then choose File > Eject. Or, if your keyboard has an eject key, press and hold .
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* If your SuperDrive doesn't respond when connected to an external display or USB hub, connect your SuperDrive to a USB port directly on your Mac.
