Sony dvd burner crash

[mfm1200]

whilst burning a disc i got an error over disc failed.
i could'nt remove the disc so i shutdown and manually ejected the disc.
now on bootup the drive just has the light flashing permanently, i cant open it or the pc doesn't even recognize it.
i've tried disconnecting it and re-connecting it to see if the pc will see it.
but no joy.
i put it in my backup pc and found that it was recognized,(as dru-510a boot drive) but still has the flashing light and i am unable to open it or get anything out of it.
am i going to have to throw it away, at this stage it seems so.
mfm

 

[Nodsu]

Before you throw it away, look for some obvious damage.

Check the power and data connectors for broken/bent pins. Open the thing up and look for debris, broken gears, dislodged rails, excessive dust etc.

 

[mfm1200]

thanks,
no i won't ditch it just yet,
i tried to open it myself but my knowledge on them is minimal, but i know somebody who will take a look at it.
thanks again.
mfm