How do I eject a mini cd from my iMac?, How do I eject a mini cd from my iMac?

My 4-year old put a mini cd into my new iMac. I can't see it. The mac didn't run it. I can't eject it. Any ideas? (PS I live in Nairobi, so would rather not have to try to find a repair shop.)

hello ,
Maybe here ,
http://www.macyourself.com/2009/05/01/the-ultimate-guide-to-ejecting-a-stuck-dis c-from-mac-superdrive/
sorry , Steph.

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How do I eject a mini cd from my iMac?, How do I eject a mini cd from my iMac?

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