You
mount a disk by inserting it in the disk drive so it appears in the top level computer window (Figure 49 ). When a disk is mounted, your computer "sees" it and can access the information it contains.
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Mounted disks may also appear on the desktop, as shown in
You mount a network volume by using the Connect to Server command under the Go menu (Figure 5 ) or by browsing the network and opening the disk you want to mount. I explain how to access network volumes in
Insert the CD or DVD disc into the CD or DVD slot.
Or
1. | Follow the manufacturer's instructions to open the CD or DVD disc tray or eject the CD or DVD caddy. |
2. | Place the CD or DVD disc in the tray or caddy, label side up. |
3. | Gently push the tray or caddy into the drive. After a moment, the disc icon appears in the top-level computer window. Figure 49 shows a mounted CD-ROM (FileMaker Pro 7). |
If your CD or DVD drive does not use a disc tray or caddy, consult its documentation for specific instructions.
Insert the disk in the Zip drive, label side up, metal side in. After a moment, the disk icon appears in the top-level computer window.
Insert the disk in the floppy disk drive, label side up, metal side in. The disk's icon appears in the top-level computer window.