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    Ultrabase: can it only use Lenovo optical drives?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by Jackboot, Jan 12, 2009.

  1. Jackboot

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    As the title asks, can the X200 ultrabase only use the 4 Lenovo branded optical drives?

    I think the answer is yes but I don't understand why since it appears that the ultrabase accepts a standard optical drive. The Lenovo branded optical drives are soooo expensive compared to non-branded options. For example, the DVDRW drive is $200:

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    A DVDRW drive *with* an enclosure can be had on eBay for $50 shipped :( Please tell me that I don't have to use the severely overpriced Lenovo options!
     
    Jackboot, Jan 12, 2009
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    Most other notebook drives won't fit.
     
    ZaZ, Jan 12, 2009
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    Are there *any* notebook size optical drives that do fit?
     
    Jackboot, Jan 13, 2009
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    I'm afraid you're hosed on this one. Look on eBay or ThinkPads.com Marketplace forum for cheaper alternatives.
     
    ZaZ, Jan 13, 2009
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