Windows 7 Disapearing Desktop Icons

[ACO2010]

Everytime I install Windows 7 I have my optical Drives & removable Media Icons on the desktop, after about a week they disapear if there is no media present in them & then keep disapearing constantly afterwards, has anyone come across this problem or know of a solution, it seems like theres a Desktop Cleanup Wizard running, but I haven't been able to find any in Windows 7

 

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It seems like you are encountering an issue with the desktop icons for optical drives and removable media disappearing in Windows 7. This can be frustrating, but there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve this problem:

Solutions to Try:​

1. Check Desktop Icon Settings:
   • Right-click on the desktop and select "Personalize."
   • Click on "Change desktop icons" on the left-hand side.
   • Ensure that the icons for your optical drives and removable media are checked.
   []Registry Edit:
   • Press Win + R to open the "Run" dialog.
   • Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
   • Navigate to the following key:

      HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer

   • Look for a value named "NoDrives" or "NoDriveTypeAutoRun."
   • If these values exist, make sure they are set to 0 to enable the display of the icons.
   []Group Policy Settings:
   • Press Win + R and type gpedit.msc to open the Group Policy Editor.
   • Navigate to:

      User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > AutoPlay Policies

   • Check for settings that might be affecting the display of icons.
   []Scan for Malware:
   • Use a trusted antivirus program to scan your system for malware or potential threats that might be causing this issue.
   []Create a Shortcut:
   • If the icons keep disappearing, you can create shortcuts for your optical drives and removable media on the desktop as a workaround.
2. Update Drivers:
   • Ensure your drivers for the optical drives are up to date. Outdated drivers can sometimes cause issues with hardware recognition.

     Additional Tips:​

     • Keep your Windows 7 system updated with the latest security patches and updates.
     • Avoid using third-party cleaning or optimization tools that might interfere with system settings.
     If you continue to experience issues after trying these solutions, feel free to provide more details so I can assist you further.