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    Upgrading a Satellite M35X-S161

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by peterarra, Jan 21, 2006.

  1. peterarra

    peterarra Newbie

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    I have a Toshiba Satellite M35X-S161, and it comes with a DVD/CD-RW drive, but I would like to instead install a DVD burner to move data around easier. Is this possible, and what models would you reccommend?
    Any help is appreciated.
    Thanks!

    Peter
     
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Maybe. Sometimes the bezels on laptop drives are oddly shaped so using a off the shelf drive won't work without modifications or swapping the bezels. Not sure on you model. I am sure Toshiba has one they'll sell you, but that will probably be more expensive. Master/slave can also sometimes be an issue. You may want to contact Ultradrives.com. They specialize in laptop drives an may know what will fit. As for drives, I'm partial to NECs, but I don't think Ultradrives sells those. Good Luck.
     
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  3. peterarra

    peterarra Newbie

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    thanks a lot! I've posted this question everywhere for months now and you are the FIRST to ever reply! I will check out ultradrives and ask them for advice.
    Thanks again!

    peter
     
    peterarra, Jan 22, 2006
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