Cleaning the DVD drive

As I wrote earlier in other articles, the biggest problem for a computer is dust. It clogs wherever possible in such quantities that sometimes you are simply amazed. An optical DVD drive is no exception.

Dust, if the device is not cleaned, affects the operation of the drive tray, reduces the accuracy of the laser mechanism and affects the quality of the pressure mechanics. In general, a DVD drive needs to be cleaned at least once a year. Optimal – once every six months.

You will need lubrication, cotton buds and alcohol to clean and maintain the DVD drive. After removing the DVD-drive from the system unit, you must remove its front panel. First of all, it is necessary to extend the drive tray. This is done with any long and thin object (needles, paper clips, piece of wire 3 cm long). Continue reading →