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The disc tray ejects even when it has been locked into place
Ensure that the disc is placed with the label side facing up.
The disc may be scratched. Place another disc to see if that is the reason.
There may be condensation in the drive. Remove the disc and leave the drive open for approximately
one hour.
About sound
My speakers are not producing sound
The built-in speakers may be turned off. Press
<Fn>+<F3>
to turn on the speakers.
The speaker volume may be turned to the minimum. Press
<Fn>+<F4>
, and then press
or
to increase
the volume.
If your computer is powered by battery, check that the battery is inserted properly and that it is charged.
If you are using an application that has its own volume control, check that the volume is turned up.
Check the volume controls in Windows
®
.
If you use external speakers, check that the speakers are properly connected and the volume is turned
up. If the speakers have a mute button, make sure it is off. If batteries power the speakers, check that
the batteries are inserted properly and that they are charged.
If you have connected an audio cable or a set of headphones to the headphone connector, disconnect
the cable.
The sound of my notebook's fan is too loud
Use the
PowerPanel
utility to change the
Thermal Control Strategy
setting to
Quiet
. This setting slows
down the CPU speed. See PowerPanel Help for more information.
