Everyone can insert a disk into a laptop. After all, this is obvious. But does everyone do it right? Maybe there are some secrets or recommendations? In this article we will try to describe the entire process in more detail, as well as give recommendations on the proper operation of the drive.
How is it all right?
The answer to the question: "How to insert a disk into a laptop?" - very simple.
1. Press the button on the drive, after which the tray is released with a distinctive click.
2. Since usually the tray protrudes forward a couple of centimeters, so manually pull it out all the way.
3. Carefully, without touching the optical (laser) head, insert the disk into the round disk holder until the latter is completely fixed. The disc must be inserted with the label (picture, pattern, inscriptions, non-glossy side) up. That is, the optical (laser) head must have access to the “shiny” surface, since all information is recorded on it.
4. Carefully insert the tray back until it clicks.
5. To remove the disk, you need to do everything from the first point, but we don’t insert the disk already, but carefully pull it out.
Never use force. If the tray does not close or the disc does not fit into the holder, it means that you are doing something wrong. Start all over again, but more carefully.
Correctly insert the disk into the drive of the laptop is not difficult. But what if the drive device of your laptop is different from the one described above?
How to insert a disk into a laptop if there is no drawer in the drive?
Some laptops are equipped with slotted optical disc drives; they do not have a disc tray. But do not be scared - there is nothing complicated and unusual in this situation. Insert the disc into the laptop, as is the case with the tray option, you need the label up. Insert the disk into the drive slot, but do not force it, and do not push it very quickly until you feel a soft stop. Next, the drive will pull it into itself.
At slotted drives, you need to find a special button, which in most cases is located in that part of the laptop where the keyboard is located.
Emergency cases
Sometimes there are cases when the disc tray does not come out of the drive - maybe the button is broken or the release mechanism is damaged. Do not rush to bring your laptop to a service center. It may well be that the drive can still serve without faulty parts. So, how to insert a disk into a laptop if some mechanisms fail?
1. In all popular operating systems, there is a function that performs the work of a physical button. For example, in Windows, for this you need to open Explorer, select a drive, right-click on it. In the context menu that appears, select and click the “Extract” line.
2. For the second option, we need a needle or a paper clip. If you look carefully, you will notice a small hole on the cover of the disc tray. Insert the needle or the tip of the paper clip and press lightly. Most likely, after these actions, the tray will open. You can eject a disc in the same way.
Unfortunately, there are no special holes in drives without a tray. And if the first option did not help you, then feel free to bring your laptop to the service.
What else you need to know
Tips for users.
- Do not attempt to disassemble the optical drive yourself. This is a complex device with many small details. Therefore, you can finally break it without the possibility of repair.
- When buying, opt for a laptop with a tray drive. Such drives are more common; if replacement is necessary, they will be cheaper and technically easier to replace.
- Do not wipe the laser heads with materials at hand. The latter are made of special soft plastic and are easily scratched. For this purpose, there are various tools that can be purchased in specialized stores.
- Do not just keep the disc in the drive without the need. Firstly, the laptop will consume battery power. Secondly, parts wear out faster.
- Before inserting a disc into a laptop, make sure that it does not have severe scratches or deformations. A bad drive can damage the drive.