Imac spitting out dvds

hi im having problems with my imac spitting out dvd disc its working fine with cd's iv cleaned the drive using cd cleaning disc but with no luck still spitting out dvds...any help would be great...tnx

The optical drive uses a different wavelength laser to read DVD media (780nm for CD vs 650 for DVD. It's possible that the laser diode for reading DVD media is not working properly. If your iMac is still under warranty and the issue occurs with all DVD media then you'll need to take it in for evaluation.

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I have a mid 2008 intel iMac. I have burned dvd-dl dvd-r and cds with no problems. However, this thing is spitting the DVD-RWs into my face and no matter how much i yell at it it won't accept them.
please help us.

First and formost welcome to the discussions.
Many times this can simply be an issue with not having your software up to date.
Go up to your Apple and select Software Update and click it.
This can also be from the brand of Media you are using. I have found that using cheaper Media can cause problems. I try to always use top of the line Media.
Here is a good Quality guide.
http://www.digitalfaq.com/media/dvdmedia.htm
Another very good thing to try is to Check the web site of your Optical Drive manufacture and download any firmware update for yours.
Don't forget to Repair Permissions and restart your computer.
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My imac spits out the Cd-r and I can't burn a disc

My iMac spits out the CD-R and I can't burn a disc

Hello deneye2112,
Thank you for providing the details of the burning issue you are experiencing. I found some resources that I think might help:
First, I recommend resetting the System Management Controller (SMC) on your Mac (I wasn't sure if you had a removable battery or a built in battery, so I listed the steps for both):
Resetting the SMC on Mac portables with a battery you can remove
Note: Learn about removing the battery on MacBook and MacBook Pro.
Shut down the computer.
Disconnect the MagSafe power adapter from the computer, if it's connected.
Remove the battery.
Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds.
Release the power button.
Reconnect the battery and MagSafe power adapter.
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
Resetting the SMC on portables with a battery you should not remove on your ownNote: Portable computers that have a battery you should not remove on your own include MacBook Pro (Early 2009) and later, all models of MacBook Air, and MacBook (Late 2009).
Shut down the computer.
Plug in the MagSafe power adapter to a power source, connecting it to the Mac if its not already connected.
On the built-in keyboard, press the (left side) Shift-Control-Option keys and the power button at the same time.
Release all the keys and the power button at the same time.
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
Note: The LED on the MagSafe power adapter may change states or temporarily turn off when you reset the SMC.
You can find the full article here:
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
If you are still having trouble with burning after that step, I recommend reviewing the section titled "Top troubleshooting tips" in the following article:
Disc Burning Quick Assist
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1152
Thank you for posting in the Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

Is there a workaround to make my PowerBook not spit out dvds?

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Since I updated to OSX10.4.8 recently my reader spits out dvds I have burned on my external Lacie burner using Toast 6.1.1 Titanium. This never used to happen. I've read previous posts on this topic but nothing suggested there helps.
Is this a deliberate attempt on the part of Apple to control dvd burning? I am using material that does not have security on it for demo reel purposes only.
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my IMAC keeps spitting out cd/dvd and wont read them any answers

Zap the PRAM and Reset the SMC, then try again.

IMac Spitting out CD/DVD's

My iMac will "spit out" cds or dvds. they will just eject, and not stop so that I can grab it, they simply fall. I have heard that it is the material used on the imacs exterier that is on the outside of the superdrive but am not sure, any help would be appreciated.
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Reset the SMC > Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Unplug the computer's power cord.
3. Wait fifteen seconds.
4. Attach the computer's power cord.
5. Wait five seconds, then press the power button to turn on the computer.
Reset the PRAM and NVRAM > Resetting your Mac's PRAM and NVRAM
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Locate the following keys on the keyboard: Command, Option, P, and R. You will need to hold these keys down simultaneously in step 4.
3. Turn on the computer.
4. Press and hold the Command-Option-P-R keys. You must press this key combination before the gray screen appears.
5. Hold the keys down until the computer restarts and you hear the startup sound for the second time.
6. Release the keys.
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Does anyone elses imac spit dvd's or cd's completely out of the imac onto your desk or what have you. This mostly occurs when I am burning a disc?
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Yes, my 20" white Core 2 Duo late 2006 machine starting ejecting things onto the desk a few months ago - funny really things usually get weaker as they age!
It's not too tricky to catch the disc as it come out, but a little bit of an annoyance - I was going to put a box under the slot but it would look daft.
Anyhow, I think this machine is on it's way out, repeated graphical glitches and freezing, out of warranty (forgot to get Apple Care in time).
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I was writing to -R dvds fine from blank dvds purchased last year. Inserted newer purchase -R dvds and MacPro spits blank dvd back out. Why won't my computer now accept -R blank dvds?

Likely either the batch of media is defective, or the drive itself is not working.
Swap for different media; for a different batch from a different vendor, and also try +R media.
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My Imac will not read any of my CD's or DVD's, it just spits them out, any help out there?

Try resetting the SMC and pram, but my best guess is that your drive has failed.
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Shut down the computer.
Unplug the computer's power cord.
Wait fifteen seconds.
Attach the computer's power cord.
Wait five seconds, then press the power button to turn on the computer.
Resetting PRAM and NVRAM
Shut down the computer.
Locate the following keys on the keyboard: Command, Option, P, and R. You will need to hold these keys down simultaneously in step 4.
Turn on the computer.
Press and hold the Command-Option-P-R keys. You must press this key combination before the gray screen appears.
Hold the keys down until the computer restarts and you hear the startup sound for the second time.
Release the keys.

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