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    ***Can some one tell me how to upgrade my G73's DVD-/+RW drive to a compatible Bluray Combo Drive?***

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by skygunner27, Apr 15, 2010.

  1. skygunner27

    skygunner27 A Genuine Child of Zion

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    I would like to upgrade my G73JH's DVD-/+RW drive to a compatible Blu-ray combo drive that writes DVD's & CD's. I read that there is only one screw that holds the drive in place. I would like to know how to swap the outer tray piece for a smooth transition between drives. If possibe, could a link be provided where to purchase the Blu-ray drive and how to obtain the drivers?


    Thank you in advance :)
     
    skygunner27, Apr 15, 2010
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  2. aramis109

    aramis109 Notebook Deity

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    Not sure we need new threads for each question. However, check my sig for both questions.
     
    aramis109, Apr 15, 2010
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    skygunner27 A Genuine Child of Zion

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    thx for the insight. Could you please tell me an exact model that is fully compatible with my G73 so I can get the plastic out and start the process.
    Thank you.
     
    skygunner27, Apr 15, 2010
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    aramis109, Apr 15, 2010
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    Thank you sooo much. That last comment was exactly what I was looking for. +1 rep
     
    skygunner27, Apr 15, 2010
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    Gruvin2, Apr 20, 2010
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    yep, just get you a small flathead screwdriver and *gently* unsnap the clips on each side, and it pops right off.
     
    be77solo, Apr 20, 2010
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    Quick and probably dumb question. Is it require to install anything/ configure anything after a swap?
     
    ryukenden, Apr 20, 2010
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    good question....my guess is that Windows 7 will probably automatically download the drivers. But to play back Blu-ray your gonna need additional software.
     
    skygunner27, Apr 21, 2010
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    what he said ^^
     
    Gruvin2, Apr 21, 2010
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