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Use and care of the drive
This section includes instructions for the proper care of CDs and the care and
operation of your CD-ROM drive.
Caring for a CD
CDs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to
insure that they remain readable. These precautions will help to prolong the
life of your CDs.
Attention: Wiping a CD using a circular motion might cause loss of data.
v Handle the CD by the edges or by the center hole. Do not touch the data
surface of the CD.
v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the CD from the center to the edge
with a soft, lint-free cloth.
v Do not write on the surface.
v Do not place the CD in direct sunlight.
v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean the CD.
v Do not bend the CD.
Caring for the CD-ROM drive
To protect your CD-ROM drive during operation, observe the following
precautions.
v Remove an CD from the drive before moving the drive.
v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive.
v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.
v Do not operate the drive under any of the following conditions:
– High temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight
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