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Cannot eject compact disc (tray-load unit).
Cause
Disc not properly seated in the drive.
CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, or DVD-R/RW drive cannot read a disc or takes too long to start.
Cause
Media is corrupt.
Media has been inserted upside down.
The DVD-ROM drive takes longer to start because it has to
determine the type of media played, such as audio or video.
CD or DVD disc is dirty.
Windows does not detect the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
Recording or copying CDs is difficult or impossible.
Cause
Wrong or poor quality media type.
112 Appendix F Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
Solution
Turn off the computer and insert a thin metal rod into the
emergency eject hole and push firmly. Slowly pull the tray
out from the drive until the tray is fully extended, then remove
the disc.
Solution
Try different media to confirm whether media is valid.
Re-insert the media with the label facing up.
Wait at least 30 seconds to let the DVD-ROM drive
determine the type of media being played. If the disc still
does not start, read the other solutions listed for this topic.
Clean CD or DVD with a CD cleaning kit, available from most
computer stores.
1.
Use Device Manager to remove or uninstall the device.
To access Device Manager in Windows 7, click Start,
select Control Panel, and then select Device
Manager.
2.
Restart the computer and let Windows detect the CD or
DVD driver.
Solution
1.
Try using a slower speed when recording.
2.
Verify that you are using the correct media for the drive.
3.
Try a different brand of media. Quality varies widely
between manufacturers.
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