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Using a CD-ROM Drive, Handling a CD

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Using a CD-ROM Drive Some PC models have a preinstalled CD-ROM drive. CD-ROM (compact disc read-only memory) technology offers quick access to enormous amounts of information. A compact disc can store more than 650 MB of data, such as the large files needed for audio, still and full-motion video, and still and animated graphics. A CD-ROM drive can play back or read from a CD, but it cannot write information to it. CD-ROM drives use industry-standard, 12 cm (4.75-inch) CDs. Follow these guidelines when using a CD-ROM 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 CD into the drive. Before moving the computer, remove the CD from the drive. Handling a CD When handling a CD, follow these guidelines: Hold the CD by its edges. Do not touch the surface. To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the outside. Wiping the CD in a circular direction might cause loss of data. Do not write or stick paper on the CD. Do not scratch or mark the CD. Do not place or store the CD in direct sunlight. Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the CD. Do not drop or bend the CD. Chapter 3. Operating Your Personal Computer 35

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Using a CD-ROM Drive
Some PC models have a preinstalled CD-ROM drive.
CD-ROM (compact disc
read-only memory) technology offers quick access to enormous amounts of
information.
A compact disc can store more than 650 MB of data, such as the large
files needed for audio, still and full-motion video, and still and animated graphics.
A CD-ROM drive can play back or read from a CD, but it cannot write information
to it.
CD-ROM drives use industry-standard, 12 cm (4.75-inch) CDs.
Follow these guidelines when using a CD-ROM 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 CD into the drive.
±
Before moving the computer, remove the CD from the drive.
Handling a CD
When handling a CD, follow these guidelines:
±
Hold the CD by its edges.
Do not touch the surface.
±
To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the outside.
Wiping the CD in a circular direction might cause loss of data.
±
Do not write or stick paper on the CD.
±
Do not scratch or mark the CD.
±
Do not place or store the CD in direct sunlight.
±
Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the CD.
±
Do not drop or bend the CD.
Chapter
3.
Operating Your Personal Computer
35