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    Blu-Ray on the XPS 1645

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by Synthesia, Dec 10, 2009.

  1. Synthesia

    Synthesia Notebook Evangelist

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    Hey guys,

    I got the XPS 1645 with the Blu-ray Burner (in Europe). Does anybody know if this player is region-free?

    And if not is there a firmware update or some type of way to make it region free so that I can play region A (US) discs too?

    Thanks guys,
     
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    winks2872 Notebook Consultant

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    It is region free.. should you select a region you can change it a maximum of 5 times.. after which your screwed. cheers
     
    winks2872, Dec 10, 2009
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  3. Synthesia

    Synthesia Notebook Evangelist

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    So just like DVD drives... But isn't there a way to get an unlimited number of changes? I remember back when I was more savvy about changing these things in the early days of DVD this was possible.

    And a firmware hack or update would be more welcome than a software hack.

    Anybody with some more info, or somebody who's been playing about with this on their blu-ray drive?
     
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  4. winks2872

    winks2872 Notebook Consultant

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    I have read somewhere about a firmware crack for a mata BDR that unlocked it but its open now so i dont see the point of risking your drive...

    you were fortunate to be able to get the red w/ leather... i tried and tried..
     
    winks2872, Dec 10, 2009
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  5. buckZor

    buckZor Notebook Geek

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    Stinkers Dell still haven't sent me my Bluray (or 130W power supply) grr
     
    buckZor, Dec 10, 2009
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