Ibook need to disable the cd rom how can i do it

[marino]

i have a cd stuck in my old ibook G4 making a lot of noise trying to come out but its stuck, is there a way i can just disable the cd so i can continue using my ibook to read emails.

 

[spinnerlys]

You have to disconnect the drive from the logic board to do that.

Have you tried any of these steps yet?

Guide on how to replace the ODD: http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Repair/...Inch-1-33-GHz-Optical-Drive-Replacement/711/1