USB Superdrive will not burn my cd

I have a macbook pro Retina display and the USB Superdrive. For some reason the superdrive will not burn cd's. Help please...US

Hi larsonteam,
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
In addition to the following tips, check out these articles:
Solving problems with burning discs
If the disc burning options are dimmed or unavailable
Disc Burning Quick Assist
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1152#trouble
Best of luck,
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