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    Dell dvd-writer upgrades (1520)

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by nimish, Oct 6, 2007.

  1. nimish

    nimish Notebook Enthusiast

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    Does anyone know whether Dell sells the dvd writer as an aftermarket upgrade for the Inspiron 1520? I purchased with just the cd burner, and I'm kicking myself for not buying the writer.

    Also, is the paint on anyone else's 1520 rubbing off?
     
    nimish, Oct 6, 2007
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  2. nizzy1115

    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    you could buy one from dell spare parts.
     
    nizzy1115, Oct 6, 2007
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  3. sprtnbsblplya

    sprtnbsblplya Notebook Deity

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    Just go to eBay or Newegg and buy a generic DVD writer, take the face plate off your CD burner, and install the new DVD writer.
    99% of laptop burners are generic with the manufacturer's plastic face plate on it.
     
    sprtnbsblplya, Oct 6, 2007
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    lambchops468 Notebook Evangelist

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    i've even seen reviews with paint peeling off (like the reviews hand notebooks to the next reviewer)

    i know that black is more durable, as it is different paint (or even its plastic).
     
    lambchops468, Oct 6, 2007
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