If the machine is still under warranty, that is the first place to go. Sounds like the Superdrive is no longer very super.
Call them and, if under warranty, get them to replace it.
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Hi I have a Mac Mini 1.66 Intel Core Duo. I have been trying to burn my cd's but it will not do it. My Mini has a Superdrive and I am using Toast 7 to burn. When I put in a black cd the Mini starts to make a loud "Buzzing" sound. I then am unable to eject the cd. I have to restart my Mini to eject the disc. Has anyone had this happen to them or heard about it. There is also a warning that pops up that says "Hardware error". Thanks

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