USB SuperDrive set up?

I recently purchased a Macbook Pro, and I had to purchase a USB SuperDrive as well. When I go to plug in the SuperDrive into the USB port, nothing happens. Nothing appears onscreen or in the finder. I have updated my software like it said to in the guide, but still nothing happens. I've tried to put DVDs into the drive, but they don't get "sucked" in like you would expect them to. I'm afraid to stick the DVDs in all the way in case they get stuck.
Is there anyway I can set up the SuperDrive at home, or am I better off just taking it to the Apple Store and having them try to fix it?
Thank you.

This us the Bluetooth forum.
Having said that, have you contacted the manufacturer of the drive for help? Most external drives are "plug and play."
Barry

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