HT2801 My IMac will no longer play DVDs.

My IMac will n o longer play DVDs. Audio CDs play fine. I reset the SMC. Looking for suggestions.

langlitzfamily wrote:
Looking for suggestions.
Reset the PRAM > Resetting your Mac's PRAM and NVRAM
Clean it > Amazon.com: Memtek CD and DVD Lens Cleaning Kit
Have it serviced > Apple - Support - iMac - Service FAQ
In that order.

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