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    external usb dvd burner query

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by crs1, Dec 29, 2010.

  1. crs1

    crs1 Notebook Geek

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    Just wondering if anyone has recommendations for an external usb dvd burner to use with my laptop and occassionally my desktop, or models I should definitely avoid. Thanks...
     
    crs1, Dec 29, 2010
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  2. makaveli72

    makaveli72 Eat.My.Shorts

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    I use this one. Been working very well. +1
     
    makaveli72, Dec 29, 2010
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  3. qhn

    qhn Notebook User

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    External USB burners are quite resilient - take the cheap one that you can find. Amazon offers many brands and styles. Just pick one.

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Dec 31, 2010
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  4. Tsunade_Hime

    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    Tsunade_Hime, Dec 31, 2010
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  5. michael_recycled

    michael_recycled Notebook Deity

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    Sony. These are the only spec compliant external slim drives since it comes with its own PSU.

    If you insist on a spec-violating drive, then you should also get an USB hub with own power supply.

    Michael
     
    michael_recycled, Dec 31, 2010
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  6. crs1

    crs1 Notebook Geek

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    Funny that you should mention that model as it is exactly the one that's highest on my list.
    Thanks Guys!
     
    crs1, Jan 3, 2011
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    JakeL645 Notebook Consultant

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    I just bought a cheap enclosure off ebay ($20?) and put in my own spare notebook dvd drive, so much cheaper and have a pretty good external dvd burner :D
     
    JakeL645, Jan 3, 2011
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    DR650SE The Whiskey Barracuda

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    Same thing I did. Took my Blu-ray burner and made it a slot load external. Works well. Allowed me to put in a third HDD too. But I also have the Samsung as well. Got it for use with my M11x before I removed the M17x drive.
     
    DR650SE, Jan 3, 2011
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