How do you fix Sims 3 without disk error?

You can try to carefully clean the disc and then try again. 3. Ensure that your disc drive is working properly (it probably is fine, but let’s rule out a problem with the actual drive). Try putting in a different disc, for example play a music CD or try a different DVD such as a film.

Why does my Sims 3 game keep saying no disc found?

See if the disc is dirty or scratched – try cleaning it carefully with a soft cloth. If it still won’t work then you have the option of uninstalling your disc version of the game and using Origin to install the digital download version.

How do I play my Sims 3 if I lost the disc?

When your game CD for The Sims 3 becomes scratched, damaged, or lost, you can still play your game without having to rely on the disc itself. You can redownload The Sims 3 for free given you have the original game’s product code, or you can purchase and download a new copy of The Sims 3.

How do you uninstall The Sims 3 on a Mac?

On Mac

  1. Open a Finder window.
  2. Click on your Home/User folder (This should be the one with the icon of a house).
  3. Open the Library folder.
  4. Open the Preferences folder. Delete Cider Preferences folder, if it’s there. Delete The Sims 3 Preferences folder. Delete any files that have Transgaming in the name.

Why is Sims 3 not working on my Mac?

If you’ve done this a little out of order, you may not see any problems, but if you think it could be what’s causing the unknown error, try this: Uninstall The Sims 3. Reinstall The Sims 3 and update it(if you’re using Origin) or run the superpatcher (if you’re using disks). Then, install your expansions one by one.

How can I play Sims 3 without the disc on Origin?

How do I play the game without the CD by using Origin?

  1. Log in to Origin with the EA account you would like your game added to.
  2. Click on the Origin menu on the top left.
  3. Select “Redeem Product Code.”
  4. Enter the serial key from the back of your game manual.

How do I download Sims 3 without the disc code?

@Taelex The answer is the same: register your packs in Origin if you haven’t already done so, and then you can download them for free. Once you’ve downloaded the base game, click on the Sims 3 icon, select More > Expansion Packs (or Stuff Packs), scroll through the lists to the packs you want, and click Download.

How do I fix unknown error on Sims 3 Mac?

Purge RAM before launching the game. If your Mac is a 2013 or later model, check your graphics card/chip is supported and add the details to the game files if necessary. Go into Documents > Electronic Arts and move the Sims 3 folder to your desktop then try launching the game again.

How do I reinstall Sims 3 on Origin?

If you need to reinstall something, or something you’ve bought does not download automatically, find it in the Origin client and click Download. If you’re playing on PC, use The Sims 3 expansion and Stuff pack manager to choose which expansions and Stuff packs you play with.

What to do if your Sims 3 disc fails?

Disc Authorization Failure – we are unable to verify that your disc is a valid copy of The Sims 3. Please contact customer service. make sure you’re not using a pirated copy of the game. this problem may be CC related. Move your Sims 3 folder (Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 3) onto your desktop and restart your game.

What to do if your Sims 3 is not loading?

Move your Sims 3 folder (Documents > Electronic Arts > The Sims 3) onto your desktop and restart your game. A new Sims 3 folder will be generated. If your game now loads the problem is in your old game folder, most likely erroneous CC.

Do you need a DVD for the Sims 3?

By running the latest-released expansion pack or stuff pack as an Origin digital download, no DVD disc will be required to launch into the game. When you need help with The Sims 3 or The Sims 4, be sure to check out the Master Help Thread today! But….what about the installed content?

Why do I get disc read authentication error?

The ‘Disc read authorization’ or ‘disc read authentication’ error is oftentimes caused by the existence of Drive Letter Access (DLA) software on your machince. DLA software includes DVD recording applications with the ability to drag and drop files directly to a drive letter, such as Sonic or Roxio.

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