Disc stuck in mac mini

The machine will not recognize it, even when holding in "x" and/or the mouse button upon startup. I tried to get to open firmware (to type in 'eject disc' at prompt), but when holding command, option, "o" and "f" at startup, I end up at the root menu, not open firmware. I would rather not take the mini apart if possible, so any ideas would be apperciated. Also, I checked, and my keyboard does allow for 4 simultaneous keystrokes.

Well… it means that the hardware is being recognised. Now, there is a firmware update for that particular drive model so you may want to download it, install it and see if it makes a difference.
http://www.apple.com/support/downloads/superdrivefirmwareupdatev20.html

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