PB ejects/rejects blank DVD's

Hi All,
I have read a similar thread but there appears to be little difinitive solution.
My PB superdrive worked fine until recently. Having rebuilt my iPhoto library (fantastic advice available on that folder!) I decided to back it up to a DVD.
Both blank Memorex and JVC DVD-R's are rejected/ejected after a very brief spin. (Not going to buy any more...!)CD and DVD recorded medium work fine.
On a previous thread it is suggested it may be a software update prob? I have updated on each available occasion up to present 10.3.9 with no know previous probs.
I would appreciate any advice or solutions.
Thanks.

The TDK DVD-R works fine - phew!
Anyone want to buy a pile of blank DVD+R discs?
(Bizarre thread - start to finish all to myself. Can I award points for successful advice?)

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