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    cd/dvd drive on the E1505/6400

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by streather, Sep 7, 2008.

  1. streather

    streather Notebook Evangelist

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    out of curiosity are they like a generic drive or do you have to order them direct from manufacturer??
     
    streather, Sep 7, 2008
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    I'm not quite sure I understand. They use any different brands, from Toshiba/Samsung, to NEC, to Sony and others.
     
    talin, Sep 7, 2008
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  3. streather

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    Sorry i phrased that incredibly poorly (been up all night and im tired), i mean if i wanted to upgrade it do i have to buy a dvd drive made specifically for that model of notebook or can i just buy and dvd drive and fit it?
     
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  4. talin

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    You can just buy one that fits. :) No worries.
     
    talin, Sep 7, 2008
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