Now my computer wont eject a cd

It wont eject when i press the button or when i drag it to the trash

Hello Karen!!
To eject CD- Restart your eMac while holding down the mouse button. After the white Apple screen comes up, the CD should pop out. But be sure to get the CD quickly, or it will take it right back in. Hope this helps!

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