Creative Media Source & Zen Visio

Hi, I've lost my CD Files of the Zen Vision M, and I'd like to reinstall all the software.Where can I download Creative Media Source 5 or the CD Software?
ThanksMessage Edited by xupi on 0-20-2006 0:07 AM

Hi,
You should definately take a look at this case on our Knowledge base http://uk.europe.creative.com/support/kb/article.asp?l=3&sid=9287. You can use the wizard at the bottom "Start Troubleshooting".
Hope this helps,
John

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