Acer Aspire 3300S User Manual

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19CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-RW driveYour computer may come with a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or a CD-RWdrive. This drive is located on the front panel of your computer. TheCD-ROM drive allows you to play different types of compact discs (CDs).The DVD-ROM drive allows you to play not only old CD-ROMs, CD-Idiscs, and video CDs, but new digital video discs (DVDs) as well. TheCD-RW drive allows you to record or burn CD-RW (recordable orrewritable) discs. DVD or DVD-ROM is a new type of disc media thatholds a minimum of 4.7-GB (gigabytes), enough for a full-lengthmovie. It is believed that it will eventually replace CD-ROMs, as well asVHS video cassettes and laser discs.CDs and DVDs, like diskettes, are also compact, lightweight, and easyto carry around. However, they are more delicate than diskettes andmust be handled with extra care.To insert a CD or DVD into your computer’s CD or DVD drive:1. Gently push the eject button located on the front panel.Caution! Avoid using low quality CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs,because they could be damaged by your computer’s CD or DVDdrive.