RE I N S T A L L T H E D R I V E
1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.
2 If the drive is installed in the module bay, remove the drive. See "About the Module Bay" on page 42 for instructions.
If the drive is a fixed drive, review "Check the drive for errors" on page 86.
3 Reinstall the drive.
4 Turn on the computer.
CL E A N T H E D R I V E O R D I S C — See "Cleaning Your Computer" in the Tell Me How help file for instructions. To access the help file, see page 72.
CH E C K T H E D R I V E F O R E R R O R S
If the drive is a fixed optical drive:
1 Remove the hard drive and floppy drive.
2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD for your computer and turn on the computer.
3 Verify that the 
light is blinking, indicating normal operation.
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray
1 Ensure that the computer is turned off.
2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of the drive; push firmly until the tray is partially ejected.
3 Gently pull out the tray until it stops.
If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound
•Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running.
•Ensure that the disk or disc is inserted properly.
Solving Problems
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