Blu-ray discs (BD)

NOTE: Blu-ray is a new format containing new technologies. Certain disc, digital connection, compatibility, and/or performance issues might arise, and do not constitute defects in the product. Flawless playback on all systems is not guaranteed.

BD is a high-density optical disc format for the storage of digital information, including high-definition video. A single-layer Blu-ray disc stores 25 GB, over five times the storage capacity of a single-layer

4.7GB DVD . A dual-layer Blu-ray Disc stores 50 GB, almost six times the storage capacity of an 8.5 GB dual-layer DVD.

Typical uses include:

●Storage of large amounts of data

●High-definition video playback and storage

●Video games

Playing a CD, DVD, or BD

To play an optical disc:

1.Turn on the computer.

2.Press the release button (1) on the drive bezel to release the disc tray.

3.Pull out the tray (2).

4.Hold the disc by the edges to avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up over the tray spindle.

NOTE: If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to position it over the spindle.

5.Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into place.

6.Close the disc tray.

If you have not configured AutoPlay, an AutoPlay dialog box appears. You are prompted to select how you want to use the media content. For more information, see Configuring AutoPlay.

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