Dell Inspiron 3800 System Reference Manual page 19

Using the Computer: Dell Inspiron 3800 System Reference
NOTICE: Protect the CD-ROM, CD-RW, and DVD-ROM drives when they are not in the media bay. Do not squeeze the drive or place
objects on top of it; doing so could damage the drive motor. Keep the drive as clean as possible.
NOTICE: If the CD or DVD is not seated correctly, the drive can be damaged.
To play a CD, press the eject button on the face of the CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive or press <Fn><F10>. When the tray slides out, place the CD into
the tray label side up. Make sure that the CD is seated correctly on the spindle by pressing down on the disc until it clicks in place. Then gently push in the
tray.
To play a DVD, press the eject button on the face of the DVD-ROM drive or press <Fn><F10>. When the tray slides out, place the DVD into the tray label side
up. Make sure that the DVD is seated correctly on the spindle by pressing down on the disc until it clicks in place. Then gently push in the tray.
NOTICE: Do not use the CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive while the computer is in motion. Doing so could interrupt the flow of
data between the drive and the hard-disk drive or diskette drive.
When the CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive is in use, the drive access indicator blinks on the computer's front panel.
Caring for CDs and DVDs
When handling and using CDs and DVDs, follow these precautions:
Never use a damaged or warped CD or DVD.
Always hold the CD or DVD by its edges. Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Use a clean, dry cloth to remove dust, smudges, or fingerprints from the surface of the CD or DVD. When cleaning, wipe from the center of the CD or
DVD to the edge.
Never use solvents, such as benzene, record cleaners, or antistatic sprays, to clean the CD or DVD.
Do not write on the surface of the CD or DVD.
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