Installing a DVD re-writer

[anotheoldgit]

I have a Dell computer which has two CD drives, one a Reader and one a Re-Writer.

I wish to replace the CD reader with a DVD RE-Writer.

What is now the best type of DVD Re-Writer to install?

[Whickerman]

it's important that you know that there are now two common hardware types - the older 32(?) pin ones and the newer SATA ones, so make sure you know which you need.

Personally, i use the Irish version of this site:
http://www.komplett.co.uk/k/k.aspx

the NEC ones for about �20 are very reliable, and just plug & play.

[zinnie]

Hi,, this months 'pc advisor magazine' lists the samsung sh-s203 as the No1 unit in it's reviews ...costs �22. This is a SATA device (bearing in mind 'wickermanns' reply) But if your pc is not too old it ought to handle a SATA device.

[Postdog]

If it ain't broke. don't try to fix it.

[ACtheTROLL]

don't go on age .... open the box and look (you are going to have to open it anyway).

Always best when asking ... to include little delails (like model number)

you'll see either a small sheathed cable - sata (http://www.maplin.co.uk/Search.aspx?criteria=s ata%20cable&source=15&SD=Y)
or
a 40 wire ide ribbon cable (http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?ModuleNo=10945&doy=11m2)

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