CD drive making an "interesting" noise

[flyn1173]

I hope this is the correct forum...I would appreciate any help.
Problem: I load CD's and the drive makes a funny clicking noise. My computer recognizes that I have in fact put a CD into to drive on a somewhat random basis. I'm no computer technician, but it sounds like a physical problem with my computer. Any advice concerning what might be causing this issue and what the next logical step for me to follow would be greatly appreciated.

 

[iss]

Sounds like your optical drive is toast. replace it.

 

[PDusome]

CD Drive

This means that the reading head has been knocked out of alignment. It is a physical thing but needs to be replaced.

Regards