When The Disc Tray Fails To Open - HP Laptop User Manual

2. Remove the disc (3) from the tray by gently pressing down on the spindle while lifting the outer
edges of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges and avoid touching the flat surfaces.
NOTE:
3. Close the disc tray and place the disc in a protective case.

When the disc tray fails to open

1. Insert the end of a paper clip (1) into the release access in the front bezel of the drive.
2. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray is released, and then pull out the tray (2) until it
stops.
If the tray is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully as you remove it.
Using optical drives (select models only) 57