Using multimedia software
1.Select Start > All Programs, and then open the multimedia program you want to use. For example, if you want to use Windows Media Player to play an audio CD, click Windows Media Player.
NOTE: Some programs may be located in subfolders.
2.Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive.
3.Follow the instructions on the screen.
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1.Insert the media disc, such as an audio CD, into the optical drive.
2.Click a multimedia task from the list of tasks.
Preventing playback disruptions
To reduce the possibility of playback disruption:
●Save your work and close all open programs before playing a CD or a DVD.
●Do not connect or disconnect hardware while playing a disc.
Do not initiate Standby while playing a disc. Otherwise, you may see a warning message asking if you want to continue. If this message is displayed, click No. After you click No, the computer may behave in either of the following ways:
●Playback may resume.
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●The playback window in the multimedia program may close. To return to playing the CD or DVD, click the Play button in your multimedia program to restart the disc. In rare cases, you may need to exit the program and then restart it.
Observing the copyright warning
It is a criminal offense, under applicable copyright laws, to make unauthorized copies of copyright- protected material, including computer programs, films, broadcasts, and sound recordings. Do not use this computer for such purposes.
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