I already have tried opening it in My Computer and pressing eject. I also cleaned the inside of the tower with air and it won't do anything. I am sure there is a simple answer but it is not coming to me and any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. It's a Dell and I already went to the website and found no answers as of yet.
2007-05-19 07:15:52 · 6 answers · asked by chris99 3 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
It sounds like you may need a new optical drive.
If there is something in there you want to get out, then usually there is a small hole in the front where you can push a piece of wire (paper clips work well) that will release the tray lock.
2007-05-19 07:19:38 · answer #1 · answered by Simon T 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried rebooting? This usually solves the problem instantly. If still no joy, there is a small hole usually under the flap that allows it to open by inserting a long thin object such as a needle. But try rebooting first as that has always solved the problem for me.
2007-05-19 07:19:49 · answer #2 · answered by fuelpay.co.uk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had one do that to me and nothing I tried helped until I checked the cable. I wiggled and firmly pressed in on both ends and it started working. Don't know if it will help in your situation, but it's worth a try.
2007-05-19 07:21:55 · answer #3 · answered by jlayton6 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try the reset on the drive , look for a small hole on one side or the other. you will need a pin or small paper clip to push the rest. hold for 10 sec, should work...
2007-05-19 07:19:27 · answer #4 · answered by megamix1972 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
There is a very small hole by the drive. You can stick in a needle and it will pry it open for ya. ;-).
2007-05-19 07:19:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the cables are all secure it means you need a new one.
2007-05-19 07:18:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋