How do you fix a jammed CD drive?
CD stuck in the drive Unwind a paper clip and place one end of the paper clip into the hole to eject the CD-ROM tray. You may need to apply some pressure to activate the manual tray ejection. If CD-ROM tray opens part of the way, pull it gently to see if you can get it to open fully.
What should I do if my CD changer is jammed?
A. Before thinking of repair, disconnect the CD changer. Wait several minutes then reconnect. This may act as a “Reset” and bring the CD changer back to life. In some cases, disconnecting one of the battery terminals for several minutes may be easier. If this does not take care of the problem, see Shipping before sending for repair.
What should I do if my CD player wont eject?
Wait 10 seconds, then reconnect the terminal. After reconnecting the terminal, tun the car on and try to eject the CD as normal. Disconnecting then reconnecting the CD player’s power supply can cause the CD player to “reset” to its factory default, which, in some cases, can restore its ejection functionality.
What to do if your CD ROM is not working?
Open Device Manager, highlight and remove the CD-ROM by pressing the delete key. After deleting the CD-ROM, reboot the computer. Windows should then detect the CD-ROM and reinstall it. If the CD-ROM drive is not in the Device Manager, the drive’s cables may not be connected properly.
What should I do if my CD is stuck on my computer?
If it is, close whatever is using it. Otherwise, forcefully ejecting it could damage data on the computer or CD/DVD. Try to eject the disk. If you’re using Windows, open This PC, click the CD/DVD drive you want to eject, click Manage, and click Eject.
How to remove a CD jammed in a car player?
Step 2: Insert the second CD. Slide the second CD about 1” inch into the CD disk slot. At this point, the second CD should rest on top of the first. By doubling the thickness, the releasing mechanism may be able to get a better grip on the original CD. Step 3: Push down gently on the first CD.
Wait 10 seconds, then reconnect the terminal. After reconnecting the terminal, tun the car on and try to eject the CD as normal. Disconnecting then reconnecting the CD player’s power supply can cause the CD player to “reset” to its factory default, which, in some cases, can restore its ejection functionality.
Why is my CD player not working in my car?
Some CD players may not function when the car is turned off. For these players, try pressing and holding the power and eject buttons while the car is running. Consult the player’s manual.
What should I do if my CD changer is not working?
Some of the tips in the article may not work on multiple CD changers, especially if you are trying to eject a CD that is not visible. An electrical reset however may be effective and can be attempted at a DIY fix. Otherwise, you should have a mechanic asses and repair the damage to your CD changer.