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My CDROM drive just died, need a replacement

Started by carmalcoz, September 27, 2006, 07:54:01 AM

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carmalcoz

September 27, 2006, 07:54:01 AM
First was the hd drive now it's the dvd/cdrw drive, what next?. For now I just want to know if I can upgrade my x1001us (DK575A) with a DVDRW drive? thanks in advance.

kf_man

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September 28, 2006, 02:29:29 PM
You can easily upgrade the drive, but the bezel will be the real issue.  Sometimes if you buy a drive from the same manufacturer they will use the same bezel, other times not so much.  One of the old forum members made a bunch of bezels for the NEC DVDRW, but they are long gone now.  Most drives will fit, but they will leave a gap on the edges.  I haven't replaced mine so I'm not really sure which are good and which are not.

carmalcoz

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September 28, 2006, 03:44:33 PM
QuoteMost drives will fit, but they will leave a gap on the edges.
yeah, I know, it will be tedious task to find the right one. My local HP service office want me to pay US$280 plus taxes, NO WAY!... do you know a good online spot to start my searching? Thanks in advance.

kf_man

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October 02, 2006, 06:59:14 AM
I would check out Newegg personally.  I know people have had luck with the slot-loading drive even though they don't look good.  What brand drive do you currently have?
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