25345: Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver): How to Open Empty CD/DVD Tray explains how to open an empty CD/DVD tray in a Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver) when using a keyboard that does not have an Eject key. [A ...

The DVD tray is connected to a series of gears, a motor and a rubber belt. When the motor is engaged, it turns the belt, which in turn moves the gears that open or close the tray.

F12 controls CD tray On our PowerBook G3 (FireWire) "Pismo," F12 will open and close the tray on our external CD-RW drive and the internal drive. Several other users confirm it also works with ...

This should cause the tray to open a bit, and your can open the tray fully with your hands. Ensure the disc in the system isn’t sticky or gooey, causing the tray to jam.