PLEASE HELP!! Does anyone knows how to repair a scratched CD ???

geekspassion is correct with the toothpaste. It sounds crazy I know. There is some debate as to whether or not the toothpaste actually creates more scratches than it fixes. I know from first hand experience that toothpaste does indeed work. The reality is, you aren't necessarily trying to fill or fix the scratch, you are just trying to polish the back of the cd to create a smooth surface over the plastic bottom so the laser inside your cd reader can form a straight line to the data of the disc. Toothpaste is one of the old wives tales cleaners for polishing many household items, IE: silverware. You also don't need to jump straight to polishing the cd. You can start by cleaning the back of it with water and dish detergent. Here is a link that provides step by step instructions on what to do: http://tutorials.com/08/0836/0836.asp Also, since you purchased it on EBAY there is a section where you can give a warning to let other users know that someone is selling bad items, or if you have the persons email address (not always accessible from ebay though) just fire them a quick note to let them know the item doesn't work. It may be an honest mistake...

With a game as old as that, I'd just use a torrent to get the disk image (iso) and burn it to a blank CD. My BG2 CD got scratched but somehow my laptop could read it when my desktop couldn't. I just used my laptop to make a disk image and used that on my desktop.

there are no ways to restore the cd but u would suggest have it transfered to a new cd,anyway, you just want to save the data encrypted on it and i would strongly suggest that you report it to ebay about the service of their merchant so they know who these people are and it would help ebay.

Well using a soft, clean cloth on the bottom of the disk will usually run it but if not then you need to take other measures, like using a tooth paste! I know it sounds weird and maybe stupid but it does help, use a little tooth paste to fill the scratches and then gently rub it and then wipe it clean with a cloth dipped a bit in water, after that use a clear, dry cloth on it and it should work. There was a time had trouble with a CD and I put it in the refrigerator for like 15 minutes and when I tried using it again, it worked! Strange but true.

First of all you have to report the guy and make sure you leave factual and calm negative feedback. I would also suggest that you try and get a refund too and ensure that eBay are aware. You could try one of the many cd cleaning kits available these days but if it is that badly damaged, I really don't think it will be possible to instal. Perhaps someone else here might have some other ideas to help you

Just download the game and use the cd-key what came with the one You bought. You don't need a cd to play it, just download a mini-image from www.gamecopyworld.com. Hope You can fix the cd.

You can buy scratch repair stuff at most electronics stores, it is usually by the checkout, or you could ask one of the employees. Also if you look online you can find this stuff. I dont know how it works but you can read the package and it will tell you.

I have repaired alot of cds using a spunge, water and that thing that u wash your dishes with. i have also heard of people running them in the dishwasher with a successful result. There are also things that u can buy, different repair kits, but they cost alot more than a spunge and some water =)

Sorry I can't help, but you must report the vendor to protect others.

I would complain about it and try to return it to the seller for the money back or a new game! Keep in mind he may have been unaware the disk was this scratched up and may not have any problems at all with refunding you or replacing the disk. It is definately worth a shot at messaging him and telling him this problem, if he is a frequent seller on ebay he will not want a bad rep and will be willing to clear this up with you. try it and keep us posted on what happens :)

We use a memorex optifix cd repair kit. From what I remember they are pretty cheap and it works really well. We've fixed some pretty scratched up cds and they work again.

the only thing you can do is to extract the contents of that cd on your computer and re burn it in a blank cd. that is if the cd is still readable. however if it is not, i guess theres nothing that you can really do about it. its sad that you've been a victim of those who sell stuff like that in ebay. i hope you can still get your money back if that cd you have bought is totally useless and cannot be use anymore.

For a physically scratched CD, I do not there is a proper way to repair it, especially from the software methods. Maybe it is possible to repair it using some special facility. But I'm not sure about that. At least you should call the seller about this situation, and ask your money back.

i think tat it is not possible to repair a scratched cd

I really do not think there is anything at all that repairs CDs but do not quote me I think the best thing is to ask in a Music Shop and they might be able to tell you

Im not sure if this really works because I have never tried it but I heard that if you put toothpaste on the cd and let it dry then rub it off that works... again, I am not sure but I guess it would be worth a try. good luck!

I dont know where you are located ricknkae but WalMart sells kits to repair CD's for ledd than $10. Hope you find something because I know how aggravating things like this can be. Good luck.

there are some kits available to clear the scratches on the cd's. i have heard there are some cleaning solution available to clean it too.