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Learning the Basics
Using the optical drive
5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3
Removing a disc with the computer off
1
Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into
the manual eject hole.
The disc tray slides partially out of the drive (about 1
inch).
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil
lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
2
Pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc,
and place it in its protective cover.
3
Gently push the tray in to close it.
Caring for CD or DVD Discs
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Store your discs in their original containers to protect
them from scratches and keep them clean.
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Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.
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Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of, a
disc.
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Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the
surface can prevent the optical drive from reading the
data properly.
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Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or
cold.
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To clean a disc that is dirty, wipe it with a clean, dry
cloth. The most efficient method to clean it is to start
from the center of the disc and wipe toward the outward
edge (not in a circle). If necessary, moisten the cloth with
water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing
alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in
the drive.
