When I turn my macbook pro on it makes a strange sound/noise, is that normal?

I got my MacBook Pro in May 2013 and when I turn it on now it makes a stranfe sound/noise, is that supposed to happen?

In Macs with a DVD reader, you may hear the DVD reader move its Read/Write head at Startup, even if the drive is empty.
The guys at the Genius Bar put their hands on these Macs all day every day. They know EXACTLY what the "Bad Sounds" are.
Ask them. It's free, in warranty or out, provided you make an appointment.

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