Recording a mix CD - HELP!!!

I've been meaning to record some proper mix CDs for ages but had loads of problems sorting out the set up. I've managed to install Nero on my laptop to burn the actual cds but need to know how to record the mix on the hard drive first (I don't know much about computers!).

I assume you connect the mixer to the bit on the laptop where the microphone should plug in? Then use the Sound Recorder in the Accessories menu? I've tried it but I get an error message saying that another device is recording audio. I have Reason installed on the laptop and I have tried changing the preferences menu to turn the sound off, and I have also unplugged the midi controller, so I really can't think what's interfering with it.

Anyone got any ideas?

:gutted:

it is not recomended to use a MIC input as the soundcard automatically
amplifies it to line level.. so if your audio is already normalised output
from your mixer you will get heavy clipping.

additionaly.. the mic input is in mono and you donta wanta thata :doh:

get yourself a extenal soundcard like the m-audio one