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    Smart Bay + Blu-Ray?

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by Mister Scary, Apr 13, 2009.

  1. Mister Scary

    Mister Scary Notebook Enthusiast

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    Is it possible to purchase the optical Smart Bay from AW and install an internal 2.5 blu-ray drive into it? Most drives can be purchased elsewhere for <$100. I figure the cost of the smart bay + the cost of an internal brd should still $150 less than the one AW offers. ;)
     
    Mister Scary, Apr 13, 2009
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  2. ryujin

    ryujin 2B or not 2B

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    i think the answer is yes. it was discussed before and if memory serves it can be done.
     
    ryujin, Apr 13, 2009
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  3. whizzo

    whizzo Notebook Prophet

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    yes it's possible. in fact, you can find the necessary guides on AW's homepage.
     
    whizzo, Apr 13, 2009
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  4. Mister Scary

    Mister Scary Notebook Enthusiast

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    Great! I'll check out AW's Support Area and track down the guide.
     
    Mister Scary, Apr 13, 2009
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    Krane Notebook Prophet

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    This should be a no brainer on every laptop since opital bays are a technology in rapid transition.

    AW should be at the forefront of updatablility!
     
    Krane, Apr 14, 2009
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