How do I force the DVD drive to open on my computer?
The Eject key is usually located near the volume controls and is marked by a triangle pointing up with a line underneath. In Windows, search for and open File Explorer. In the Computer window, select the icon for the disc drive that is stuck, right-click the icon, and then click Eject. The disc tray should open.
Why is my computer not showing my DVD drive?
You might need to uninstall your disc recording software, restart the computer, reinstall the CD/DVD writing software, and then restart the computer again if the software no longer recognizes the drive. See Software for burning discs does not recognize the drive.
How do you open a stuck CD drawer?
Straighten the paper clip and insert it into the manual release hole until resistance is felt. Press in gently on the paper clip until the tray is released. Releasing the lock will allow the tray to open a small distance. Remove the paper clip and gently pull out the drawer until the disc is accessible.
How do you fix a CD that won’t eject?
Can’t Open the Tray or Eject the Disc From the CD Player
- Power off your CD player.
- Unplug the power cord for 30 seconds, and then plug it back in.
- Power on your device.
- Try to open or close the disc drawer or tray. Note: Make sure nothing blocks the tray from opening or closing.
How do you get a stuck DVD out of a slot drive?
Insert two plastic cards (library, credit cards, or similar) into the slot and try to hold them as far apart as possible. The idea is to try and get one above the disc being ejected and one below it and, after pressing the eject button, you should be able to grip the disc with the two cards and slowly pull it out.
How do you open a DVD player that won’t open?
Solution
- Make sure the child lock feature is disabled.
- Try to open the disc tray.
- If the issue still occurs, power off your DVD player.
- Unplug the power cord for 30 seconds and then plug it back in.
- Power on your device.
- Try to open the disc tray.
How do you get a DVD unstuck?
The eject hole is tiny, so you need a paperclip or similar object in order to get your stuck DVD out.
- Straighten a paperclip out.
- Locate the tiny eject hole on the right side of the DVD tray.
- Insert the paperclip into the eject hole and push forward.
- Pull the DVD tray all the way out and pop out the DVD.
How do you get a stuck CD out?
Use a credit card to pry out the CD Wrap one end of your credit card in painter’s tape or duct tape so you don’t damage anything. Then stick a corner in and use it to try and pry the old CD out. As you do this, occasionally press the eject button to see if that will help push the stuck CD out of the slot.