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m To avoid damage to your discs, keep these points in mind:
Other important safety instructions to keep in mind as you use your CD-ROM drive:
m Position your computer so that when the tray opens, it doesn’t bump into anything.
m Do not leave the disc tray open. If dust gets on the lens of the CD-ROM drive, the drive
may have problems reading your discs.
m Do not put anything (for instance, a cup) on top of the tray when it is open.
m Do not force the tray open by hand.
m Do not wipe the lens with a paper towel or other abrasive surface. If you need to clean
the lens, see an Apple-authorized service provider for a lens cleaner.
m Never transport your computer with a disc inside the CD-ROM drive.
m Keep your computer equipment away from any source of liquid (such as washbasins,
bathtubs, and shower stalls). If you drink coffee or other beverages while you’re at your
computer, take care not to spill.
m Avoid exposing your equipment to damp or wet weather. If your system is near a window,
be sure the window is closed in rainy weather.
The tray on your CD-ROM drive automatically closes when you shut down your computer.
You may want to open the tray and take out your disc before shutting down.
Manually Ejecting a CD-ROM Disc
If you are unable to eject a disc by dragging the disc’s icon to the Trash, follow these
instructions to manually remove the disc from the drive. If possible, remove the disc icon
from the desktop before doing this.
Note: You can do this procedure with the computer turned on or shut down.
Do not put tape
on discs.
Do not scratch
discs.
Do not write
on discs.
Do not spill liquids
on discs.
Do not get
dust on discs.
Do not expose discs
to direct sunlight.
