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Need DVD drive, do I just buy any?

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April 6, 2014 9:07:47 AM

Can I just walk into a shop and pick one up or are there comparability issues?

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April 6, 2014 9:11:39 AM

As long as it matches the computer interface it should work.

Most new systems should use SATA dvd drives, while older systems tend to have IDE.

The cables are easy to spot. If the cable is flat and has a very wide plug it is IDE. If it is small plug and cable, It is SATA.

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April 6, 2014 9:17:23 AM

typically some drives will not come with SATA data cables. they may tell you that in the store but just wanted to point that out.
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