Burn to DVD - Problem

I want to back up my iPhoto library to DVD using the finder. I followed the instructions: exported to a folder, inserted a DVD-R, dragged the folder onto the DVD disk icon, burned the disk by selecting File > burn disk. When I double-clicked on the disk to check if it burned, it seemed OK, and the photos opend with Preview.
BUT when I ejected the disk, then reinserted it, it spun for a while and automatically ejected. This has happened several times with several disks. What am I doing wrong?
I have not experienced this problem with CD's, just with DVD's
Stan

Stan:
Try running a DVD/CD player cleaning disk in your optical drive. That has helped others with a similar problem.
Do you Twango?
TIP: For insurance against the iPhoto database corruption that many users have experienced I recommend making a backup copy of the Library6.iPhoto database file and keep it current. If problems crop up where iPhoto suddenly can't see any photos or thinks there are no photos in the library, replacing the working Library6.iPhoto file with the backup will often get the library back. By keeping it current I mean backup after each import and/or any serious editing or work on books, slideshows, calendars, cards, etc. That insures that if a problem pops up and you do need to replace the database file, you'll retain all those efforts. It doesn't take long to make the backup and it's good insurance.
I've written an Automator workflow application (requires Tiger), iPhoto dB File Backup, that will copy the selected Library6.iPhoto file from your iPhoto Library folder to the Pictures folder, replacing any previous version of it. You can download it at Toad's Cellar. Be sure to read the Read Me pdf file.

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