Hi all.
Have you ever had a disc stuck in your drive and you don’t know what to do if the drive won’t open? I will tell you how to solve this problem in this article.
Why won't the drive open?
Do you think that the topic of disk drives is no longer relevant, since few people use them today? I'm ready to object.
Disks left over from the days of their popularity are often covered with dust and have scratches, and after a long period of inactivity they may not work correctly. And if you suddenly want to use them, there is a high probability that the disk will get stuck.
By the way, be careful with old and especially low-quality disks: they can burst inside the drive. In general, check for dust, scratches and cracks before inserting them. And make sure that they fit correctly in the tray, otherwise the drive will often not release the discs.
However, it is not only the drive that can cause the problem. Sometimes new drives also fail. There are software failures or the power simply suddenly turns off, and you urgently need to give the disk (for example, to your neighbor :)). Be that as it may, I propose to move on to resolving this situation.
How to get the disk?
Let's start with the most banal methods:
- Have you tried pressing the open button several times in a row? Did not help? Then let's move on.
- Turn off your computer, wait a few minutes, and then turn it on. This helps when the drive freezes and rebooting gets it started again.
- Take advantage system means: Go to the My Computer folder, click right click mouse over the device and select “Eject”.
None of the described options worked or do you need to remove the drive from the computer that was turned off? I have in stock methods that involve mechanical action.
Mechanical methods
Try some of this:
- Take a paperclip, wire or needle. The drive has a special hole for emergency opening with a diameter just for the listed tools. You just need to insert the needle into the hole and apply a little pressure in a jerking motion.
Do you have a slot-loading drive? As a rule, they do not have such holes, so you don’t have to look. If there is an emergency button, it is usually touch-sensitive, which does not help in the case of a non-working computer.
- When a device jams because the disk inside is not seated correctly, you often need to help it open a little. To do this, take an object like a knife, only with a blunt end, so as not to scratch anything; you can also use a coin. And using it to pry the device from different sides, simultaneously press the button to open it.
There are cases when the drive itself is not displayed in the system. Has your computer recently been repaired or crashed? Maybe the drive cable just came loose and that’s why it doesn’t work? If you have a desktop computer, unscrew the side or back panel system unit, find the power cord and cable, check if they are inserted securely (this is, of course, a very rare case, but it can still happen).
- If you don’t know what to do if the drive does not open, then you need to unscrew the entire rear plastic or only in the drive area. I can’t say specifically, all laptops are different.
Nothing helped?
Then you will have to carry the drive to service center, or promote it yourself (maybe someday I’ll write an article about this). By the way, if the price for repairs is too high, then I advise you not to spend money on it, but to buy a new drive, since it is not that expensive.
In principle, this is all I wanted to tell you about what to do if the drive does not open.
Almost all car owners whose cars are equipped with CD players face the same problem - stuck discs. Since they are installed inside the car itself, they can only be reached from one side, unless, of course, you are ready to remove and disassemble the player itself. A disc stuck in the player is quite unpleasant problem. Fortunately, there are several options for dealing with this type of headache. However, please note that if you do something wrong, you can damage the player (or the disc will remain inside). In any case, the advice in this article does not replace the authoritative opinion of an automotive expert.
Steps
Using the Power and Eject buttons
Turn off the car. Some players have a "force eject" feature designed specifically to help you eject a disc when other methods fail. Since this method does not require going inside the player itself, we recommend starting there - in any case, you have nothing to lose. First of all, turn off the car if you haven't already.
As soon as you turn off the engine, simultaneously press the “power” button and the “eject disk” button on the player and hold them for ten seconds. If your player supports the “force eject” function, then the disc will pop out at that moment.
If this doesn't work, start the car again. Some CD players may not work while the machine is turned off. When you start the engine, try also pressing and holding the same buttons: “power” and “force eject”.
Look at the player's instructions. In general, pressing the above buttons simultaneously is a single force eject command for all players, but some CD players may use other buttons to eject a stuck disc. Review the instructions that came with the player - there should be information about the functions that will allow you to remove the disc.
Using an additional drive
- Before you begin, turn on the player. If this requires you to start the car, do so.
- Note: In this method, as in several others mentioned in this article, there is a risk of damaging both the stuck disc and the player itself. Be careful when inserting any foreign objects into the player. If you doubt your abilities, it is better to turn to the experts.
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Insert the second disc into the opening 2–3 cm. This disk should be on top of the stuck one. You can feel the stuck disc by sliding what you have in your hands over it.
While gently rocking the disc, press the “Eject” button. This way, you contribute to the fact that the stuck disc will have a strong impact on the player’s mechanism, which is responsible for ejecting discs. When you feel that the stuck disk has begun to come out, make sure that it is not jammed between another disk and the edge of the disk opening.
- If this does not work, try sliding a blank under the stuck disk, carefully lifting it. Turntables may have different ejection mechanisms, so sometimes upward pressure on the disc can be more effective than the other way around.
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Apply light pressure to the disc. Sometimes light pressure allows the disc to begin to gain speed. If the player is located closer to the top surface of the dashboard, repeat all steps of this method, pressing or tapping the dashboard area gently but firmly.
- Please note: Although potentially successful, extreme care must be taken when tapping as it may damage sensitive parts in the central part of the panel. This method is not recommended if there is no connection between the player and top part The panel has a GPS navigator or something similar installed.
Take a blank or simply unnecessary disk. This method requires inserting a second disc into the player. In order not to spoil the disk, take out an empty disc or any other disk that you no longer really need.
Reconnecting the power supply
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Record all radio and audio settings. This method is applicable if the disc cannot be removed because the CD player does not turn on. The method involves disconnecting and reconnecting the player's power supply. In this case, for most players, all radio and audio settings are lost and they return to the default settings. If you like to listen to music in the car, make sure to write down your personal settings so you can recall them later.
Turn off the car and open the hood. Working with electrical system vehicle, take all precautions to avoid electric shock. After turning off the car, remove the keys from the ignition and open the hood to access the battery.
Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery. The negative terminal of the battery is black, the positive terminal is red. In some cases, you may need a small wrench or pliers to loosen the nut and disconnect the wire.
Wait 10 seconds, then reconnect the terminal. After that, start the car and try to remove the disk as usual. Unplugging and reconnecting the CD player's power may reset the CD player to its factory settings, which may restore the disc eject function.
If the player still does not turn on, replace the fuse. Refer to the user manual. Often the fuse box is located behind the dashboard on the driver's side. Disconnect the battery. Remove the protective cover from the fuse box and replace any player fuse that may have blown.
Using a knife or wood chips and tape
- Note: just like the other methods described in this article, this method carries the risk of damaging the jammed disc or the CD player itself. If you don't want to risk your property, take your car to a professional for repairs.
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Place tape (sticky side out) around the edge of a spatula (or similar item). The adhesive tape must be strong to good result Gorilla tape will work. Spatulas, as a rule, have a cone shape, so the tape should not slip off. If you are using a different shaped item, such as a popsicle stick, first apply the tape to the item, then wrap it around a few times, turn the tape inside out, and give it a few more wraps to ensure it sticks firmly to the item.
Glue a piece of tissue paper to one side of the knife. A knife wrapped in adhesive tape will be difficult to insert into the player. The paper will make one side of the knife smooth. Glue printer paper or colored paper to the knife and cut it to the shape of the knife with scissors.
Insert the knife into the player, sticky side down. Move the knife until you feel the knife touch the edge of the disc. Lightly press the knife so that it sticks to the disc. When you feel that the knife is stuck, try to carefully lift and remove the disc.
Be careful not to get electrocuted. Insert a long, flat knife or similar object directly into the player. Metal knives conduct electricity, so if you have a suitable wooden or plastic object (like a popsicle stick), use it. If not, make sure that the player is disconnected from the power sources, turn off the car, turn off the player and disconnect the negative terminal from the car battery.
Using a plastic card and a screwdriver
- Note: If used incorrectly, the disc or player may be scratched or otherwise damaged. As always, use caution and when in doubt, consult a professional.
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Take a hard plastic card, such as a driver's license or credit card. IN in this case You need a thin but hard card. It is advisable to use a non-functional card, one that you don’t mind losing or breaking. Apply a piece of double-sided tape to the narrow edge of the card.
- You can also use single-sided tape by gluing it to the card, turning it inside out and wrapping it around the card several times.
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Take a thin flathead screwdriver. This method is similar to the spatula method above, but the difference is that you use a screwdriver to help the card stick to the disk. You will need a fairly short, thin flathead screwdriver. The thinner the better, since it must be partially inserted into the disk opening.
Insert the card into the slot OVER the jammed disc (sticky side down). A screwdriver may be needed to guide the card so that it passes directly over the disk and sticks only when it enters the opening 1.5–2 cm.
Observe safety precautions when working with electricity. As mentioned earlier, disconnect the CD player from all power sources and make sure there is no electrical charge. Turn off the car, turn off the player, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.
Many of us have quite often encountered such a problem when it is impossible to remove a disk from a computer. Today we decided to tell you how you can remove a stuck disk.
First, let's talk about how you can remove a disk from a laptop. The disc gets stuck in the drive for various reasons. In any case, you need to get it out of there. This is done as follows: If, when you press a button on the drive, you cannot eject the disc, then there is a possibility that the problem lies in the “open-close” button itself. To exclude or, on the contrary, confirm this option, use programmatic method extraction. Namely, open the MY COMPUTER window, right-click on the drive icon, and in the window that appears in front of you, select the Eject command.
If nothing happens, most likely some file on the disk is busy system process. To find out, use the Unlocker program. After you install it on your PC, an item called “Unlocker” will appear in the drive menu, which you will need to click on. A window will open after this, where all the information about which process is using the file on the disk will be indicated. To unlock a file, click on the UNLOCK ALL button, which will be located at the bottom of the dialog box. Now you can try again to remove the stuck disk. If this option does not help you, then move on to another. To do this, take a paperclip and straighten it, then insert the tip of the paperclip into the small hole in the drive, which is located on the front panel of the system side. Next, press the paper clip inside this hole, after which the latch should loosen. Pull the disk towards you and remove it.
How can I get it out? HDD?
Most users prefer to repair office equipment themselves. To repair it, in some cases you need to remove the hard drive. And it is very simple and easy to do. Before you start working, that is, start removing the hard drive, you must remember about safety precautions and turn off Personal Computer from mains power. In this matter, this point is key. Now you can start disassembling the PC case. First, the side covers are removed from the system unit, so you will see six bolts on the back of the case. Unscrew them and you will have free access for removing hard disk.
Before you begin unscrewing the mounting bolts, disconnect all power wires and cables that lead to the device. Do everything carefully and carefully, because there is a high probability that the wiring may be damaged. After everything is turned off, you can proceed to unscrewing the mounting bolts. Keep the bolts separate from the rest as you unscrew them to avoid confusion. Once you have removed all the bolts that hold the hard drive in place, you can easily remove the hard drive itself.
Hello my dear readers. Today I want to talk to you about a specific problem. There are cases when the drive does not open on the computer, that is, you cannot remove the disc from the CD/DVD drive. This can happen for various reasons. For example, there was a power outage at your home, and there was some important disk left in the drive that you immediately demand to return.
The drive may also stop working due to a sudden power surge. It happens that the eject button from the drive is simply jammed and it cannot be pressed.
On my old drive, there were cases when the tray pulled out just a little, buzzed for a while and moved back. I simply helped it move out with my hands, pulling it out with two fingers.
All these problems, in fact, can be solved very simply. To remove the disk in emergency mode, you will need a solid wire. If you don’t find the wire, don’t despair, use a needle, pin or paper clip - you’ll probably have them at hand.
There is a small hole on the front panel of any drive; you can clearly see it in the figure below. It is intended for emergency removal of disks from the drive.
So, we figured out why the drive does not open, now let me show you what to do when the drive does not open.
How to open a disk drive
Carefully insert the needle into the hole until we feel that we have hit the lever. You need to hold the needle straight to get onto the lever located inside the drive.
After about 1.5-2 cm you will feel this same lever. You need to gently press it with a needle. As you press the lever, the drive will slowly slide out. We continue to press until you can’t grab the tray with your fingers.
Now we pull the tray out to the end by hand, calmly remove the disc from it and carefully push it back, or you can press the tray close button. The most important thing when removing a disk from a drive in such an emergency is to be careful not to damage the drive mechanism inside.
I hope you won’t need the article on how to remove a disc from a CD/DVD drive in emergency mode, but I told you about it just in case.
If you have: recently repaired your computer, dropped your computer or hit it, then the cable from the drive may have become disconnected. You can read more about this in the article: “” (information almost at the very end of the article).
See you soon!
P.S. : By the way, here is a clear example of how to remove a disk from a drive: