SCD Testing a Sega CD / Mega-CD model 2 w/o a Genesis / Mega Drive

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I have a chance to pick up a Sega CD model 2 for fairly cheap. It's possible it has some issues.
To what degree can you test a Sega CD without a Genesis attached?
Will a working Sega CD show any sign of life in the absence of a Genesis?
Is there a power light that should illuminate?
Will it spin up a disc if one is inserted?

I'll be going to look at it soon. Just wondering what I can do to test/inspect it without having it fully set up.
Any suggestions on what else to look out for when I inspect it?

Thanks!
 

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