116 Learning the Basics
Using the optical disc drive
4Grasp the tray and pull it fully open.
(Sample Illustration) Drive tray fully extended
5Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is free of dust.
If the disc is dusty, clean it as described in “Caring for optical
discs” on page 119.
6Place the disc carefully in the disc tray, label side up.
(Sample Illustration) Positioning the disc in the drive
7Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into
place.
Handle DVDs, Blu-ray™ Discs and CDs carefully, making contact
only with the center hole and edge. Do not touch the surface of the
disc. Do not stack discs. If you incorrectly handle the discs, you
could lose data.
8Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat
on the tray.