IBM Options 09N4153 - Manual (Page 26)

Caring for a CD or DVD
Digital discs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept
clean to ensure that they remain readable. The following precautions help to
prolong the life of your discs.
Attention: Wiping a disc using a circular motion can damage the disc and
cause data loss.
v Handle the disc by the edges or the center hole. Do not touch the surface of
the disc.
v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc from the center to the edge
with a soft, lint-free cloth.
v Do not write on the surface.
v Do not place the disc in direct sunlight.
v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean the disc.
v Do not bend the disc.
Caring for the DVD-RAM drive
To protect your DVD-RAM drive during operation, observe the following
precautions:
v Do not move the drive when it is in use. Doing so might cause data error or
damage the drive.
v Avoid exposing the drive to the following conditions:
– High humidity
– High temperature
– Excessive dust
– Mechanical vibration
– Sudden shock or dropping
– Placement on an inclined surface
– Direct sunlight
– Sudden temperature changes
v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive.
v Do not stack objects on the drive.
v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive.
v Remove any discs from the disc drawer and make sure that the drawer is
closed before moving the drive unit.
v Keep the original packing materials. If you need to ship the drive unit to a
different location, use the original packing materials to ensure that the drive
is transported safely.
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