Learning the Basics

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Using a compact disc drive

3Gently push the tray in to close it.

To remove a compact disc with the computer turned off:

1Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the manual eject hole.

2Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open, remove the disc, and place it in its protective cover.

3Gently push the tray in to close it.

Caring for CDs and DVDs

❖Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean.

❖Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.

❖Do not apply a label to, or otherwise mar the surface of a disc.

❖Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD-ROM drive from reading the data properly.

❖Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold.

❖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.