ASROCK MultiBook F24 User Manual page 32

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Using the Notebook PC
Optical Drive (Cont.)
Removing an optical disc
Eject the tray and gently pry the edge of the
disc upwards at an angle to remove the disc
from the hub.
Using the Optical Drive
Optical discs and equipment must be handled with care because of the precise mechanics
involved. Keep in mind the important safety instructions from your disc suppliers. Unlike desktop
optical drives, the Notebook PC uses a hub to hold the dic in place regardless of the angle. When
inserting a disc, it is important that the disc be pressed onto the center hub or else the optical
drive tray will scratch the disc.
WARNING! If the disc is not properly locked onto the center hub, the disc can be
damaged when the tray is closed. Always watch the disc closely while closing the
tray slowly to prevent damage.
A optical drive letter should be present regardless of the presence of a disc in the drive. After the disc
is properly inserted, data can be accessed just like with hard disk drives; except that nothing can be
written to or changed on the disc. Using the proper software, a CD-RW drive or DVD+CD-RW drive
can allow CD-RW discs to be used like a hard drive with writing, deleting, and editing capabilities.
Vibration is normal for high-speed optical drives due to unbalanced discs or prints. To decrease
vibration, use the Notebook PC on an even surface and do not place labels on the disc.
Listening to Audio CD
The optical drives can play audio CDs, but only the DVD-ROM drive can play DVD audio. Insert
the audio CD and Windows automatically opens an audio player and begins playing. Depending on
the DVD audio disc and installed software, it may require that you open a DVD player to listen to
DVD audio. You can adjust the volume using hotkeys or Windows speaker icon on the taskbar.
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Emergency eject
The emergency eject is located in a hole on the
optical drive and is used to eject the optical drive
tray in case the electronic eject does not work.
Do not use the emergency eject in place of the
electronic eject. Note: Make sure not to stab the
activity indicator located in the same area.
Actual location will
vary by model.