100 Learning the Basics
Setting up for communications
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Removing a disc with the computer off

1Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip,
into the manual eject button access hole.
Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil
lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
2Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its
protective cover.
3Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the
tray until it clicks, indicating that it is locked.

Caring for CDs and DVDs

❖Store your discs in their original containers to protect
them from scratches and keep them clean.
❖Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.
❖Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the
surface of a compact disc can prevent the drive from
reading the data properly.
❖Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or
cold.
❖To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards (not in a
circle) with a clean, dry cloth. 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.
Setting up for communications
To communicate across the telephone lines with another
computer, you need:
❖The computer’s modem