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    Can optical drives just be switched out?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by peter9788, Jun 27, 2007.

  1. peter9788

    peter9788 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I recently ordered an HP dv2500, which comes with a DVD burner. However, recently I heard dell is releasing slot-loading optical drives, which I think are a lot cooler (yes...a superficial reason to want to change it). At any rate, is it possible for me to just pop out the original optical drive and pop in a slot loading optical drive? If so, anybody have any recommendations? If its not expensive, I'll really consider doing it.

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    peter9788, Jun 27, 2007
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    LiveDesign Notebook Evangelist

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    I do not think that the dv2500 lets you switch out.

    Plus, the pop out ones are a much safer investment.

    The slot loading can have problems as they get older (or so I have heard, I guess that I could be wrong).
     
    LiveDesign, Jun 27, 2007
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