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The vdccontroltool tag covers discussions about Microsoft's VCdControlTool, a utility for creating virtual CD drives on Windows. Users report issues such as 'Cannot Open SCM: Access is denied' errors and grayed-out 'Install Driver' buttons, even when running as Administrator. Common troubleshooting steps include copying VCdRom.sys to System32\drivers and running the tool with elevated privileges. The tag also explores alternative software for mounting disc images without physical media, particularly on Windows 7 Pro. Topics include driver installation, SCM access, and virtual drive management.
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    Windows 7 Creating a virtual CD drive

    I have tried to create a virtual CD drive using the Microsoft VCdControlTool. I copied the VCdRom.sys file to System32\drivers as specified, but when I run VCdControlTool, and click on Driver Control, I get the message "Cannot Open SCM:Access is denied. If I run it as Administrator, it shows the...
    • errolgreer
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    • access denied administration application cd-rom disk management drive driver installation drivers emulation microsoft software system32 tech support tools troubleshooting user query vdccontroltool virtual cd windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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