example, if it is a music CD, open Windows
and point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the
associated software to open the files on the disk.
Creating a CD
Depending on your computer's configuration, your computer
may come with a multi-function drive that allows you to:
Play pre-recorded DVDs
Play pre-recorded CDs
Read and write data (depending on your system
configuration) and music files to CD-Recordable (CD-R)
and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and read
DVD±R/RW or DVD RAM discs
NOTE
Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD
CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are
often used to install software or store files that require lots of
space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You
can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any
CD or DVD.
Removing a disc with the computer on
1
Locate and press the eject button.
The disc tray partially opens.
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
Copy protection technology included in certain media may
prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.
Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the
drive-in-use light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disk
or the drive.
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Media Player