It’s not uncommon for a CD or DVD to get stuck inside a Mac drive. This can be frustrating, but there are a few easy ways to combat this issue. In this article, we’ll outline some of the most effective methods to eject a CD from your Mac.
Method 1: Press Command + E
If you’ve already tried hitting the eject button or dragging the disk icon into the trash, try pressing Command + E. This method is similar to pressing the eject button, but it’s definitely worth a try.
Method 2: Eject from Certain Apps
You can also eject disks from certain apps, such as iTunes. So make sure to try that as well before moving on to more drastic methods.
Method 3: Restart Your Mac
The second method is to restart your Mac. After the chime, press and hold down the left mouse button until the disc ejects.
Method 4: Use Terminal
If the above methods haven’t worked, you can try using Terminal. You can find Terminal within your Utilities folder within Applications. Or, if you’re running your semi T, you can hit Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight. Once Terminal is open, type in the following commands:
/usr/bin/drutil eject
or
drutil eject
It’s worth giving both of these commands a try if you’re still stuck with your favorite film or album inside your shiny Apple computer.
Method 5: Physically Eject the Disc
If all else fails, you can try to physically eject the disc from your Mac. But be careful, as this can damage the disk drive within. The most common way to physically eject the disk is done by using a thin card or piece of paper. Carefully push the disk further into the drive with something like a business card or folded paper. It’s common for Macs not to read the disk because it’s got stuck before being fully inserted. If this doesn’t work, you can sometimes eject it by pushing a thick piece of paper against the disk for a couple of seconds. This can work as it stops the disk from spinning and forces the computer to reject it.
Method 6: Eject Using the MacBook Hole
If you’re using a MacBook, you may have noticed a small hole next to your drive. This is almost like what you find on an iPhone to eject your SIM tray. Firstly, shut down your Mac to ensure no damages occur to the tray or discs. Using either an unfolded paperclip or even your SIM eject tool from your iPhone, press into the hole, and your disk should eject.
In conclusion, there are various ways to eject a CD or DVD from your Mac. We hope this article has helped you find a solution to your problem. If you have any other tips or Apple-related problems, feel free to leave a comment down below.