Can i install games via an external dvd drive?

calex01 · Sep 14, 2013

I am a buying a new laptop and i am considering buying one that does not have a built in dvd drive. However i have plenty of games i want to install. Can i do this via an external drive, dvd or blu-ray?

CelicaGT · Sep 14, 2013

Yes, as long as those games don't require the dvd/BR to be in the drive while playing, in which case you'll need the dive attached while playing.

(edit:spelling) *drive

calex01 · Sep 14, 2013

CelicaGT :

But most games require the disc to be in the drive while playing, right?

CelicaGT · Sep 14, 2013

calex01 :

I would say most old games yes, as a form of copy protection. These days with online distribution and DRM you don't see it as much. I suppose it depends on what games you are playing.

calex01 · Sep 14, 2013

CelicaGT :

calex01 :

I would say most old games yes, as a form of copy protection. These days with online distribution and DRM you don't see it as much. I suppose it depends on what games you are playing.

That's a problem...

CelicaGT · Sep 14, 2013

What machines are you looking at? Typically if its compact enough to omit an optical drive it's not likely to have much in the way of gaming horsepower anyhow. There are some exceptions of course.

calex01 · Sep 14, 2013

CelicaGT :

I consider buying HP ENVY 17-J003ea. You can view the specs here.
http://www8.hp.com/uk/en/products/laptops/product-detail.html?oid=5400577#!tab=features

MrJaffaCake · Sep 14, 2013

Well try using Steam, it should help allot with problem when you need to have the CD always running for the game to run.

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