This could also be the logic board, drive belt or laser unit. Im guessing that its a samsung drive and these are notorious for this type of behaviour. the way around this is to strip the console down and service the dvd drive and laser. If this does not work then you may have to buy a new laser or drive.
the laser has burnt out you can get a new one off ebay google xbox 360 drive types to find out which one you have, so you ensure you get the correct laser. hope this helps
My console will only play movies. I went out and got a new game and it will not play it. The game...
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My console will only play movies. I went out and got a new game and it will not play it. The game will never load and I get open tray on screen.