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Learning the Basics
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive
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Drive components and control buttons
The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is located on the
front of the computer. The Media control buttons are located
above the keyboard and can be accessed when the display
panel is open.
Media control buttons
The control buttons above the computer keyboard let you
play audio CDs when the computer is on. You can also use
them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is off using
the QosmioPlayer application. For more information on
playing CDs and DVDs when the computer is powered off,
see “Using QosmioPlayer” on page 149.
Sample Media control buttons above the computer keyboard
The TV button:
❖ Launches Windows Media Center and activates the TV
interface, when the computer is powered on and
Windows is running. For more information, see
“Watching Television Programs” on page 181.
❖ Launches the QosmioPlayer if the computer is not
powered on.
Previous
TV
CD/
Next
Play/
Stop/
track
Brightness
TV
track
Dolby
®
DVD
Pause
Record
Eject
Out