Dell Inspiron 3700, Reference Manual

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CD-ROM and DVD-
ROM Drives: Dell™ Inspiron™ 3700 System Reference
Using the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Drives • Caring for CDs and DVDs • Types of Supported Discs
Using the CD-ROM and DVD-ROM Drives
The DVD-ROM and CD-ROM drives are read-only devices that let you play most commercially available 8- or 12-centimeter (cm) sound and video
CDs on the computer. In addition to playing most CDs, the DVD-ROM drive can also play DVDs. Dell installed the appropriate CD-ROM drive
device drivers on your hard-disk drive.
Use the DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive in the computer ’ s media bay. Neither the DVD-ROM nor CD-ROM drive can be used externally. You must
turn the computer off before installing the DVD-ROM or CD-ROM drive in the media bay. For detailed instructions on installing devices in the
media bay, see "
Using the Media Bay ."
Figure 1. DVD-ROM or CD-ROM Drive Installed in Computer
To play a CD, press the eject button on the face of the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive or press <Fn><F10>. When the tray slides out, place the CD
into the tray label side up. Make sure that the CD is seated correctly on the spindle by pressing down on the disc until it clicks in place. Then gently
push in the tray.
To play a DVD, press the eject button on the face of the DVD-ROM drive or press <Fn><F10>. When the tray slides out, place the DVD into the
tray label side up. Make sure that the DVD is seated correctly on the spindle by pressing down on the disc until it clicks in place. Then gently push
in the tray.
When the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive is in use, the drive access indicator blinks on the computer ’ s front panel.
Caring for CDs and DVDs
When handling and using CDs and DVDs, follow these precautions:
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Never use a damaged or warped CD or DVD.
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Always hold the CD or DVD by its edges. Do not touch the surface of the disc.
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Use a clean, dry cloth to remove dust, smudges, or fingerprints from the surface of the CD or DVD. When cleaning, wipe from the center of
the CD or DVD to the edge.
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Never use solvents, such as benzene, record cleaners, or antistatic sprays, to clean the CD or DVD.
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Do not write on the surface of the CD or DVD.
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Store CD or DVDs in their containers, placing them in a cool, dry place. Extreme temperatures may damage CDs or DVDs.
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Do not bend or drop a CD or DVD.
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Do not place objects on top of a CD or DVD.
Types of Supported Discs
NOTICE: Protect the DVD-ROM and CD-ROM drives when they are not in the media bay. Do not squeeze the drive or place objects
on top of it; doing so could damage the drive motor. Keep the drive as clean as possible.
NOTICE: If the CD or DVD is not seated correctly, the drive can be damaged.
NOTICE: Do not use the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive while the computer is in motion. Doing so could interrupt the flow of data
between the CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM and the hard-disk drive or diskette drive.