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Question

How to eject a backup disk drive when Win says it is in use.

Feb 28, 2018 11:36AM PST

The subject tells the tale.

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CD or DVD drive?
Feb 28, 2018 11:46AM PST

If so, open a gem clip, push through the hole in front cover provided for that use. Make sure the computer is off when you do this.

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My fix?
Feb 28, 2018 1:50PM PST

Log out. Unplug. Done.