Ejecting Xbox 360 Disc Without Power: Safe Methods

Never force the tray. Forcing damages the drive mechanism, disc, or both. Try these safe methods first:

1. Manual Eject Button (Most Models)

Small pinhole near drive slot. Insert straightened paperclip, push gently until tray releases.

2. Paperclip on Internal Lever (If No Pinhole)

1. Remove faceplate (pull gently from bottom).
2. Locate white plastic lever near drive front.
3. Push lever left with paperclip — tray pops open.

3. Power Cycle First

• Unplug power brick from wall and console.
• Wait 2 minutes.
• Reconnect, press eject immediately on startup.

If Disc Is Spinning

Do not eject. Wait for spin-down (30–60 sec after power cut). Forcing a spinning disc cracks it and scratches the lens.

Last Resort

Contact Microsoft Support or a console repair shop. Drive replacement is ~$40–60 used.