18 User Guide
Using an optical drive
Your computer has a preinstalled optical 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 CD disc. The DVD/CD-RW drive
can play back or read from a CD or DVD disc and can also write information to a
CD. CD drives use industry-standard, 12 cm (4.75-inch) CDs.
Follow these guidelines when using an optical drive:
• Do not place the drive where there is:
— High temperature
— High humidity
— Excessive dust
— Excessive vibration or sudden shock
— An inclined surface
— Direct sunlight
• Do not insert any object other than a disc into the drive.
• Before moving the computer, remove the disc from the drive.
Handling a disc
When handling a disc, follow these guidelines:
• Holdthediscbyitsedges.Donottouchthesurfaceofthesidethatisnot
labeled.
• 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.
• Do not write or stick paper on the disc.
• Do not scratch or mark the disc.
• Do not place or store the disc in direct sunlight.
• Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the disc.
• Do not drop or bend the disc.
