CD Drive won't open/close

Hi, I got a new system this weekend, and the power source promptly blew out. So, I got that replaced today, but now the CD-Burner doesn't want to open. The light will blink twice, but nothing happens ... Is this related to the power source problem? What is my best course of action here?
Thanks for any help,
Jeremy

I suggest that you have your system by your reseller
We dont know that some components might be damaged during your power source blew out

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