Technical information

Other important safety instructions to keep in mind as you use your CD-ROM drive.
m Position your computer so that when the door opens, it doesn’t bump into anything.
m Do not leave the door open. If dust gets on the lens of the CD-ROM drive, the drive may have
problems reading your compact discs.
m Do not force the door open by hand.
m Do not wipe the lens with a paper towel or other abrasive surface. If you need to clean the lens, see
an Apple-authorized service provider for a lens cleaner.
m Never transport your computer with a disc inside the CD-ROM drive.
m Keep your computer equipment away from any source of liquid (such as washbasins, bathtubs,
and shower stalls). If you drink coffee or other beverages while you’re at your computer, take care
not to spill.
m Avoid exposing your equipment to damp or wet weather. If your system is near a window, be sure
the window is closed in rainy weather.
You should remove any CD-ROM disc in the CD-ROM drive before shutting down the computer. To
eject a CD-ROM disc, select the CD-ROM disc icon and choose Put Away from the File menu. (You can
also drag the CD-ROM disc’s icon to the Trash.)
Ejecting a floppy disk
To eject a floppy disk, select the disk icon and choose Put Away from the File menu. (You can also drag
the disk’s icon to the Trash.)
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