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Pes-2013-no-cd-dvdrom-drive-found

The "No CD/DVD-ROM drive found" error in Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 (PES 2013) typically occurs because of a conflict with the game's SecuROM copy protection

Part 3: Seven Definitive Solutions for the "No Drive Found" Error

Solution 1: The Official Route – Konami’s Patch (Most Overlooked)

Many players do not know that Konami officially released a patch to mitigate disc-checking issues. The official PES 2013 Patch 1.04 (alongside Data Pack 7.00) updated the game’s executable to be less aggressive with drive checks. Pes-2013-No-Cd-Dvdrom-Drive-Found

  1. Don't rely on Windows Native ISO mounting.
  2. Do install Daemon Tools or WinCDEmu if you want to mount the ISO.
  3. Do use a No-CD fix if you want to play without mounting ISOs every time.
  4. Ensure you run the game as Administrator to allow it to write necessary registry keys to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE.

Virtual Drive Mounting: Use software like PowerISO or Daemon Tools to mount an ISO image of the game. This simulates a physical disc being present in a drive. The "No CD/DVD-ROM drive found" error in Pro

Driver Incompatibility: On modern Windows versions (like Windows 10 or 11), the drivers required for older copy protection systems like SecuROM may be disabled or missing, causing the game to fail to recognize even a legitimate drive. Don't rely on Windows Native ISO mounting

Overview

For users attempting to run eFootball PES 2013 on modern systems (especially without a physical CD/DVD drive), the error "No Cd Dvdrom Drive Found" can be a frustrating roadblock. This review examines the root cause of the issue, explores solutions, and evaluates their effectiveness for older games like PES 2013 that rely on outdated copy-protection methods.

Whether you lost your original disc or your new gaming laptop simply doesn't have a disc drive, here is how you can get back on the pitch. 1. Install the Official Konami Patches

Reinstall the game (and apply patches)