Using A Cd-Rom, Dvd-Rom, Or Cd-Rw Drive; Handling A Cd Disc - IBM NetVista X40i User Manual

Using a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW drive

Your computer has a preinstalled CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW drive. The
CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drives can play back or read from a CD or DVD disc
but cannot write information to it. A CD-RW drive is capable of writing to a
disc. CD drives use industry-standard, 12 cm (4.75-inch) CDs.
Follow these guidelines when using a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or CD-RW drive:
v Do not place the drive where there is:
– High temperature
– High humidity
– Excessive dust
– Excessive vibration or sudden shock
– An inclined surface
– Direct sunlight
v Do not insert any object other than a CD disc into the drive.
v Before moving the computer, remove the CD disc from the drive.

Handling a CD disc

When handling a CD disc, follow these guidelines:
v Hold the disc by its edges. Do not touch the surface of the side that is not
labeled.
v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc with a clean, soft cloth from
the center to the outside. Wiping the disc in a circular direction might cause
loss of data.
v Do not write or stick paper on the disc.
v Do not scratch or mark the disc.
v Do not place or store the disc in direct sunlight.
v Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the disc.
v Do not drop or bend the disc.
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