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    Bluray upgrade

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by Userdude, Aug 25, 2011.

  1. Userdude

    Userdude Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi folks...

    CT10N: Super-Multi Slim Blu-ray™ Combo Drive - LG Commercial

    Can anyone tell me if this is the bluray drive installed in the G74 SX ?

    I have the XR1 version , and I would like to find out if , it is better to replace the internal drive, or just simply , resort to an external solution...

    Thanks
     
    Userdude, Aug 25, 2011
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  2. Chastity

    Chastity Company Representative

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    I personally would get an external, and then get a ODD -> HDD caddy mount so that you can use the socket for a third HDD.
     
    Chastity, Aug 25, 2011
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    ickibar123 Notebook Consultant

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    @Userdude, it just depends on your computing needs.
    Might want to skip it, I find dual layer DVDs to hold enough data for me and I don't use bluray for movies. Buying it for your computer could increase it's resale value though
     
    ickibar123, Aug 25, 2011
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    Make sure the connector is in the same location. I have a feeling that it is a standard form factor but be sure before buying
     
    ickibar123, Aug 25, 2011
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    That drive will work for sure. There are some videos on youtube on how to change the bezel. It's a very simple mod.
     
    Dual_Everything, Aug 26, 2011
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    gallifrey, Aug 26, 2011
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