By: Jack Wylde
Submitted: 2010-02-02 09:06:39 | Word Count: 503
Today CD s and DVD s are the most common way of storing data. This is because of advancement in technology which has led to a reduction in its cost that even common man affords buying them. But we should handle them with care. In the case that your brother is using your CD or DVD and ruins it in a party with his friends you must know how to fix a scratched CD or DVD.
If you are lucky enough you can fix the scratched CD or DVD on your own. You need not approach service station personnel for this small purpose. All you need to do follow the simple steps given below so as to fix the scratched CD or DVD. Cleaning properly is one important thing to be done in the process of fixing of scratched CD or DVD.
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The first step to be done in the process is cleaning of the scratched CD. Use a damp cloth to clean the scratched CD or DVD. Make sure that the cloth is damp and not wet as it could damage the data comprised within the CD or DVD. There is a specific method of cleaning to save the CD or DVD from damage. It is to clean the CD or DVD from the inner to the outer edge in a straight line pattern.
Choosing a proper cloth for cleaning the CD or DVD plays a major role in this process. It is advisable to use a cloth that is meant for cleaning eye glasses or lens as this material has a smooth effect on the CD or DVD rather than a rough approach by other kind of cloth materials. Always avoid cleaning it in a circular pattern as this would cause extensive damage to the data present in the CD or DVD.
The next step is the fixing of the cleaned CD or DVD. Any kind of surface cleaners such as white tooth paste, polish or some other smooth material can be used for that purpose as this ensures that there are no scratches again in the CD or DVD. A little harshness may be present in this type of cleaning and so wiping the scratches gently is essential.
The CD or DVD is held in sun light or any other kind of artificial light as this will reveal the scratches more predominantly. And this helps us to work on specific areas and clean them up. This will also avoid risks to the other areas.
One can buy a CD repair kit instead of using home made chemicals for fixing the scratched CD or DVD. It is easily available in Amazon and can also be availed from any of the music stores near by. Special wipes and cleaners are available in this kit which would clear all scratches with less risk to the other areas of your CD or DVD.
One should always know how to fix a scratched CD or DVD which can avoid unnecessary visits to the service stations.
