Gateway M-1412 Reference Manual page 66

To remove a CD or DVD:
1
2
3
method. If you do not want to turn on your notebook, manually eject the disc
by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole.
Using a slot-load DVD drive
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To insert a CD or DVD:
1
2
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CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories
Press the eject button on the DVD drive. After the tray
opens slightly, pull the disc tray completely open.
Carefully lift on the edges of the disc until it snaps off
of the spindle.
Push the tray in until it is closed.
Tip
Your notebook must be turned on to remove CDs and DVDs using this
Place the disc in the slot with the label facing up.
Gently push the disc into the notebook until the
mechanism draws it in.
Eject button
Manual eject hole