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    Alienware 17 blu ray drive upgrade

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by U2WAR, Oct 7, 2014.

  1. U2WAR

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    I have an alienware 17 and it comes with the standard dvd drive. The new 17 require a retention bracket for installation. The BD: # ca40n will not fit it's to thick by a hair.
    Can anyone help me to locate the correct model number I need. [​IMG]
     
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    I'm looking for the brand name and model number
     
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    I will pop the bottom off mine and look and see if I can find the info for you.

    EDIT:Added a picture with all the info you need hopefully :)

    20141008_122329.jpg drive.jpg
     

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    Can you tell me the model number of the bracket that holds your Blu ray player in place .Thanks
     
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    Updated my previous with the pics you need :) Hope it helps.
     
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    You should be able to find the part online with only that number.
     
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    Thanks man that helps because the one for dvd drive don't fit.
     
    U2WAR, Oct 8, 2014
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