tat's very wierd if u r sure that u just "owned" it for less than a year. you bought a second hand unit? if u have the receipt u can argue for the warranty.

if the time differences are only 1-2weeks then u should forget about it. get ready for an external drive. or spend for a internal replacement.

Another note for u that the older gen of Apple DVD/Combo drive dont really like DVD+R.

This post has been edited by wei: Apr 30 2006, 11:58 PM

ok meaning ur warranty are atlease 2month+ to go. If you have the receipt and you bought it locally. Bring it back to the shop and ask for the warranty. DO NOT tell them u never register online. If they ask just say u did it. And use the receipt to proof it if they resist to give u service. Dont waste ur time to figure out the problem if it is still in warranty. And take my advice to get the applecare.