Why my macbook keep ejecting cds or dvd

why my macbook pro keep on ejecting cps ?

Have you tried starting up while holding down the Option yet? That should prompt the Startup Manager window.
To install from the DVD disc, startup while holding the C key down and inserting the install disc at the same time.

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    my macbook keeps ejecting the install dvd at restart???

    Try zapping PRAM. Hold down the cndopt+RP keys on restart (with the Leopard disk in), and release them after 3 "bongs". Then, immediately hold down the C key.

  • Combo drrive MATSHITA CD-RW  CW-8123: keeps ejecting cds and dvds

    hi my combo drive just keeps ejecting cds and dvds is it broken? can it be fixed if so? or will it need to be replaced?

    I've found a fix for this. The problem is that the Combo Drive won't recognize any DVD-ROM or CD-ROM or even blank CD-Rs. There's a Apple Knowledge Base article that tells you how to reset the PMU or Power Management Unit. In my case my "12 PowerBook G4 1.5 GHz with Combo Drive wasn't recognizing the bundled iLife '05 DVD-ROM. Resetting the PMU fixed it & allowed the PowerBook to recognize the iLife '05 DVD-ROM. Here's a link to the Knowledge Base article with instructions on how to reset the PMU: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=14449.

  • Why does macbook keep ejecting install DVD?

    Was given an old Macbook with only a Windows XP OS on it.   Boot camp can't find mac OS.   Trying to install "Mac OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.3 DVD-ROM Full Version In Retail Box" I just purchased.  Problem is when I select the disk to boot from at startup it ejects itself and immediately loads the Windows.  What am I doing wrong or is this installation impossible?  It successfully reads this DVD & all other DVDs in the windows environment.
    2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo - 1 GB RAM
    I've tried resetting PRAM & SMC already with no success.
    Thanks in advance.

    Have you tried starting up while holding down the Option yet? That should prompt the Startup Manager window.
    To install from the DVD disc, startup while holding the C key down and inserting the install disc at the same time.

  • My MacBook keeps ejecting all my cds/ dvds.  Help!

    My MacBook keeps ejecting all my cds/ dvds.  Help!

    It sounds like the superdrive is bad. The only other thing you can do is try to put it back in again. Some times the 3rd time works. None the less it will need to be replaced.

  • I'm trying to upgrade from 10.5.8 to Snow Leopard but my macbook keeps ejecting the disc.  It started to install the first time and said it needed to restart to finish, restarted but ejected the disc.  It ejects every time now.

    I'm trying to upgrade from 10.5.8 to Snow Leopard but my macbook keeps ejecting the disc.  It started to install the first time and said it needed to restart to finish, restarted but ejected the disc.  It ejects every time now.  I've also installed the 10.5.8 combo update but that didn't help it.  I've tried restarting the macbook with the disc in, holding c, all that.  Why won't this work?!

    Zap the PRAM and Reset the SMC, then try again.

  • My macbook keeps ejecting iLife 11 family pack

    My macbook keeps ejecting iLife 11 family pack  disk?

    The drive accepts discs but they do not mount or are automatically ejected
    Check the disc's surface for scratches and dirt, since these things can prevent the disc from appearing on the desktop.
    Reset the Power Manager (PMU) or System Management Controller (SMC).
    Ensure your drive can read the specific type of disc being used. For example a "combo drive" can read a DVD-R and burn a CD-R however it cannot burn a DVD-R. The utility System Profiler may provide additional information regarding what media your computer supports.
    If the discs continue to not be recognized, please contact Apple, contact an Apple Authorized Service Provider, or make an appointment with an Apple Retail Store for additional troubleshooting, evaluation, or service.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2801

  • My imac keeps ejecting cds (new ones). Fixes anyone?

    My imac keeps ejecting cds (new ones). Fixes anyone?

    Check Finder > Preferences > General
    Make sure CDs, DVDs, & iPod is selected.
    And check your settings in System Preferences > CDx & DVDs

  • Why does it keep ejecting the DVD-R and won't burn?

    I finished the DVD project and click burn. Why when I insert the DVD-R disk does it keep ejecting and asking for a blank DVD-R disk to be inserted? I know they are blank. Am I missing something?
    iMac PowerPC G4 (3.3)   Mac OS X (10.3.9)  

    They are COMPUSA DVD+R 4X 4.7GB
    Bingo - DVD+R ... 'plus' media won't work in your machine. You need DVD-R discs - Sorry.

  • Macbook keeps ejecting audio CD

    Hello,
    My MacBook Pro keeps ejecting a particular audio CD that I am trying to load. The drive is fine as it plays all other CD's and DVD's without incident. The problem with this disk is that it is disk 2 of a multi disk album. Coincidentally the two CD's have the same number of tracks, so I am willing to bet that the computer thinks that the second disk is actually the first one so it ejects it as soon as it reads what it is. Any help as to how to mediate this problem would be greatly appreciated.

    There are a couple of possibilities:
    The CD could be damaged or a bad burn.
    Your SuperDrive could be failing. Ejecting a CD without reading is a common indicator.
    If the CDs are readable by other readers then this is probable. In the last 4-5 years, I've had to replace all the superdrives in my systems at least once. "Correct" replacement drives are available at OWC
    New Super-MultiDrives for Apple Mac Pro - up to 24X DVD, 16X DVD Dual-Layer, 48X CD Read/Write Speeds
    Amazon, or other sites. I always check what OWC is selling first since it's correct, available, and reasonably priced.
    Disk Utility isn't going to repair a problem on a CD or DVD.
    Having the CD come out with scratches isn't a good sign either. It is possible to polish out scratches on a CD/DVD, but it's best done with a rig like this:
    Digital Innovations Skip Dr. Classic Disc Repair System - Walmart.com
    good luck

  • On my iMac the superdrive keeps ejecting my blank DVD.  What's the fix?

    It's a DVD-R Verbatim disk.  What's the fix? 
    Thanks.

    First thing is try another brand of DVD-Rs. Some are more reliable than others.
    If that doesn't work, does it eject CDs as well? Movie DVDs?
    Let us know, we'll keep working with you.
    Best of luck.

  • My Mac Mini keeps ejecting my blank DVD -R, I don't know why.

    I have never tried to use this function of my mac before, but I bought the type of DVD listed in Finder under DVD and every time I put it in there it comes back out! Help!

    USMCwife-
    Greetings and welcome to the Apple boards.
    As mentioned, the drives can be picky about the media that they use. My guess is that you may not have a DVD burner in that unit.
    Go to the Apple menu ->About this Mac ->More Info and up pops the System Profiler. In the left column should be a heading called "Disc Burning". Click on that and it should tell you what kind of media you can use and whether or not it should read or write DVD's.
    Luck-
    -DaddyPaycheck

  • Macbook keeps ejecting OS X 10.6.4

    Basically want to factory reset my Macbook. I insert the Installation dvd it came with (10.6.4), spins while for a while then ejects. Currently running 10.6.8.

    Disconnect all devices from the computer then do the following:
    Boot up from your Snow Leopard Install DVD while holding down the "c" key.
    Select the language you wish to use, and then choose "Disk Utility" from the menu bar.
    Your HD should appear in a panel on the left hand side of the window which opens. Select it and then click on the "repair disk" button in the right hand section of the window.
    Once this process has been completed restart your computer and repair permissions directly from Disk Utility.
    If Disk Utility is unable to complete the repair, you will need to use a stronger 3rd party utility like DiskWarrior, Techtool PRO (not Deluxe) or Drive Genius.
    Try the combo update again.

  • Superdrive keeps ejecting without a dvd

    My iMac superdrive keeps making clicking noises as if its trying to eject a dvd even when I have not used it for a while

    Reset the SMC > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
    If it doesn't work, it's possible that the SuperDrive is damaged. Take the iMac to an Apple Store or reseller

  • Why my macbook pro can not read DVDs?

    when i insert dvd my macbook can not read it and considers it as blank

    1. Clean the DVD with a microfiber cloth.
    2. Clean the optical drive with a commercially available cleaning kit.
    3. Reset SMC.  http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
    For more info:   http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2801
    Best.

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