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How to get a Mini Disc out out macbook pro, How to get a Mini Disc out out macbook pro

Hi,


I have a macbook air but my girl freind has the pro, I Havent got a disc drive so I used her pro and now the disc is stuck, any tips to get it out?


Thanks

Mac Pro

Posted on Apr 24, 2012 12:42 PM

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Posted on Apr 24, 2012 12:47 PM

Yes, call the nearest Apple Store and set up an appointment at the Genius Bar. Or locate an authorized Service Provider nearby if no Apple Store handy.


They've got the tools, they've got the knowledge, they've done every time a user fails to read the instructions not to put mini or irregularly shaped optical media in a slot loading drive. Whatever they may charge, if they do, will be less than the cost of a replacement drive.

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Apr 24, 2012 12:47 PM in response to mde-cotis

Yes, call the nearest Apple Store and set up an appointment at the Genius Bar. Or locate an authorized Service Provider nearby if no Apple Store handy.


They've got the tools, they've got the knowledge, they've done every time a user fails to read the instructions not to put mini or irregularly shaped optical media in a slot loading drive. Whatever they may charge, if they do, will be less than the cost of a replacement drive.

Jan 19, 2013 8:15 PM in response to mde-cotis

We didn't have two sided tape so we improvised and reversed regular scoth tape. Taping the business card on one edge and then taped it to the card. Card was inserted horizontally (lengthwise) three quarters of the way in. Disc opening was pointed towards ground, held down eject button and removed card. Mini disc came out easily.

Tada!

Note to self: do not insert mini disc again...

Mar 15, 2013 1:35 AM in response to John Galt

I found two plastic cards (like a CVS or Safeway club card) and put double-sided tape on the front side of each card.I then inserted the cards simultaneously— I inserted a card tape-side up at the very bottom of the disc opening, and I inserted the second card tape-side down at the very top of the disc opening. After inserting the cards about 2 inches into the disc opening, I caught the mini-disc right between the cards.


Big Hint: Use thin plastic cards, like the rewards cards you get at Safeway, Walgreens, CVS, etc. They're a lot les flimsy than paper business cards.

Dec 28, 2013 6:14 AM in response to mde-cotis

I just had this happen. I powered off and closed my macbook. Held it with two hand with the drive slot facing the floor. Moved it quickly downward and brought it to an quick stop. The disc came out and landed on the floor. Make sure you have your macbook powered off and don't drop it or smack it into something when doing this. My disc was inserted incredibly far - just past the point where I could not see it any longer. YMMV

How to get a Mini Disc out out macbook pro, How to get a Mini Disc out out macbook pro

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