Using Cds, Dvds, And Other Multimedia; Using Cds And Dvds; Cd Or Dvd Problems; If You Cannot Play A Cd, Cd-Rw, Or Dvd - Dell Inspiron 1150 Owner's Manual

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia

Using CDs and DVDs

For information about using CDs and DVDs in your computer, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To
access the help file, see page 16.

CD or DVD Problems

If you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, or DVD

NOTE:
Because of different worldwide file types, not all DVD titles work in all DVD drives.
High-speed CD drive vibration is normal and may cause noise. This noise does not indicate a
defect with the drive or the CD.
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the drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses.
Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive. Insert a bootable disk and restart the
computer. Verify that the
T — Insert another disc to eliminate the possibility that the original disc is defective.
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E CD
NSURE THAT THE IS SNAPPED TO THE SPINDLE ON THE
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your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted.
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instructions. To access the help file, see page 16.

If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray

Ensure that the computer is shut down and turned off (see page 35).
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Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of the drive; push firmly until the
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tray is partially ejected.
Gently pull out the tray until it stops.
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If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound

• Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running.
• Ensure that the disk or disc is inserted properly.
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light is blinking, indicating normal operation.
CD
— Double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of
— See "Cleaning Your Computer" in the Dell Inspiron Help file for
— Click the Start button and click My Computer. If
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