MacBook makes strange noise?

[L4Leonard]

Everytime i open or boot my MacBook Pro (2011), it makes this wierd noise. Why and what could i be causing this? Could it be related to my optical drive (apparently) not working?

Recording of the sound: http://cl.ly/0k1h1Q1h071m

 

[simsaladimbamba]

Yes, that is the optical disk drive (ODD) checking for inserted media, it is a normal sound for older Mac models, and as you say, your ODD is broken, the repetitive sound it makes is probably normal. You could remove the ODD if you want.

 

[L4Leonard]

Yes, that is the optical disk drive (ODD) checking for inserted media, it is a normal sound for older Mac models, and as you say, your ODD is broken, the repetitive sound it makes is probably normal. You could remove the ODD if you want.

Thanks! I just removed the OD. Guess ill have to invest in a new one ;(

 

[simsaladimbamba]

Thanks! I just removed the OD. Guess ill have to invest in a new one ;(

An external will hopefully suffice? They only cost around 30 €, a used or new S-ATA ODD compatible with your MBP might cost much more than that. And you can use any of the Optibay adapters out there to add a second HDD or an SSD.