Combo drive won't accept CD/DVD

everytime i insert my cd/dvd into the drive..the drive will 'try' to read the disc for a moment before ejecting out...i have tried with different music cds vcds etc. but the same problem occures....any can advice me on what to do? thnx alot!

Mine had the same problem after 25 days of use. I've tried everything here. Solution,,, new drive.
Since I live in Brazil, the part took a month to get here, arrived last thursday and I'm gonna have it replaced monday.
I have to travel 240km to the nearest Apple center.
Look for one, you'll need it.
JP

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