Does anyone else have experience with this problem? I even put in an external drive and got the same deficiency. I have to forcibly eject the CD in its "unfinished" state. Is a visit to the Genius Bar or Repairs the only solution?
iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
Hello minibar,
Thank you for providing the details of the issue you are experiencing with burning a disc on your iMac. I found some resources that I think might help:
First, I recommend resetting the System Management Controller (SMC) on your Mac:
Resetting the SMC for Mac Pro, Intel-based iMac, Intel-based Mac mini, or Intel-based Xserve
- Shut down the computer.
- Unplug the computer's power cord.
- Wait fifteen seconds.
- Attach the computer's power cord.
- Wait five seconds, then press the power button to turn on the computer.
You can find the full article here:
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
If you are still having trouble with burning after that step, I recommend reviewing the section titled "Top troubleshooting tips" in the following artice:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1152
Thank you for posting in the Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.
iTunes will burn but can't "finish" CDs.
