Cd tray eject program

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A personal licence is no longer needed for using Wineject. Just use the following key: Name: Key: If you like, you can still say Thanks by sending me a postcard to my address or donate something from my Amazon wishlist. We've been going around in circles trying to come up with a "fix" for the Zip drive "cache flushing" problem for the NT systems in our student computer labs.

WinEject appears to be the perfect solution for our problem It works much better than other CD ejectors I have tried. Tips and Warnings. Related Articles. Article Summary. Method 1. All rights reserved. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc. If any open apps are accessing files on the CD or DVD inside the drive, close those apps—Windows will not eject the tray otherwise.

Eject buttons are usually right beside the drive door. Some PCs have eject keys on the keyboard, usually near volume controls. Look for key with an upward-pointing triangle with a horizontal line underneath. Continue with this method if the eject button doesn't work. Your list of drives will appear on the left panel. You may have to scroll down to the bottom to find it under "This PC. If you're not sure which drive is correct, look for a name or icon reflecting the disk that's inside.

If no disk is inside, you may see something like "Optical" or "DVD" near the drive letter instead. Click Eject on the menu. As long as the drive is working properly and no apps are currently accessing files on the CD or DVD in the drive, the tray should now slide open. If the tray will not open, reboot the PC and try these steps again.

If the tray doesn't open after a reboot, see Using a Paperclip if the Drive is Stuck. Method 2. Turn off your PC. If you can't eject the tray using the physical eject button if there is one or Windows , the door is probably jammed.

Turning off your computer will stop the disk from spinning and make it safe to open the drive with a paperclip. You'll usually see a small round pinhole on, below, or beside the drive tray. Behind that hole is a button that can eject the tray whether the PC is on or off. If you're using a desktop PC and don't see a pinhole, you'll need to remove the front panel to make it visible. Check your PC's manual for instructions on removing the panel. Remove all power cords.

It's important that your PC is not connected to a power source when attempting to open the tray with a paperclip.

Gently insert one end of a paperclip into the manual release hole. Bend one end of the paperclip so it extends straight, and then insert it slowly into the pinhole. When you feel resistance, push inward until the tray pops open. Sometimes the LED light and manual release holes will look very similar.

If the paperclip doesn't easily insert into the hole, don't force it—you've likely found the light rather than the release hole. Pull the tray out. Gently pull the tray away from the drive to open it fully. Remove the stuck disk if applicable, and then push the tray back in when you're finished. Turn the computer back on then test the drive's eject button or use Windows File Explorer to see if the drive will eject normally.

If you are only able to eject the tray with a paperclip going forward, you'll need to have the drive serviced. Method 3. If you've tried other methods and still can't eject the tray, you may need to open the CD drive internally. Turning off your computer will stop the disk from spinning and make it safe to open the drive. Press the Power button on the front of the computer. It should release, moving to the "Off" setting. Remove the side panel from the computer.

Check your PC's manual for specific instructions. Generally speaking, if there are thumbscrews, you can unscrew them by hand. Other screws can be loosened with a screwdriver.

Once unscrewed, press lightly on the panel and slide it rearward until you can remove it completely. You should see a power cable connecting it to the inside of the computer. The connector is usually on the back of the drive and made of plastic with 4 attached wires. If the cable was not connected, connect it securely now. This was likely the problem. Remove the power cable and try another. Exchange the original power cable with another that is not in use. If your CD drive will not open, it may be an issue with its power source.

Try replacing the cable that plugs into the back of the drive. If you cannot find another free power cable, try reattaching the original power cord into the drive after unplugging it. Replace the side panel of your computer and plug in its power cords. If the drive's power source prevented it from ejecting, it should now be resolved. Can you instruct me as to how I can place this shortcut on my quick launch or taskbar?

Dragging doesn't work. Find the application in the Windows File Explorer. Right click while the cursor is placed on the application and the pop up menu should have a Pin to Task Bar option. Not Helpful 14 Helpful 7. Not Helpful 60 Helpful Take a paperclip, straighten it, and insert into the hole and push.