which external dvd burner

soldierslim9 · 11-03-2009, 12:50 AM

Ok so I want a external dvd burner for my laptop but not sure on what to go with? need some help

**The_Other_One** · 11-03-2009, 04:47 AM

I doubt you'll see much of a difference among them. All should perform about the same. It's really going to be price, size, and reliability/longevity. I'd suggest looking at some site (say Newegg) and seeing what they have available and what has the best reviews.

kc-atl · 11-04-2009, 06:49 AM

yea, all are about the same. some have lightscribe some don't. Thats the last thing i care about. but just don't buy and off brand. say with one that you have heard of. also they should run u about 60 to 100$ depends on sale. here is a great deal at newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106338

soldierslim9 · 11-04-2009, 07:32 PM

I'm gonna use it for burning games and movies. i figured since i know a X amount of things on the computer i would link you guys with a website for parts..im sure ya'll heard of it but www.tigerdirect.com

G25r8cer · 11-04-2009, 10:03 PM

I would recommend a slim type as it would have more portablity with your laptop. This one will do just fine: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&Sku=M501-5000

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11-04-2009, 06:49 AM	#3 (permalink)
kc-atl Bronze Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: South Atlanta Posts: 64	yea, all are about the same. some have lightscribe some don't. Thats the last thing i care about. but just don't buy and off brand. say with one that you have heard of. also they should run u about 60 to 100$ depends on sale. here is a great deal at newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106338

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soldierslim9 New Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 2	I'm gonna use it for burning games and movies. i figured since i know a X amount of things on the computer i would link you guys with a website for parts..im sure ya'll heard of it but www.tigerdirect.com