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| 193075 | 2003-11-19 06:45:00 | I Have a DEll desktop system. It is one of the slimline models so requires a slimline CD-rom. Can i use a laptop CD-ROM in this system? thanks for any help |
M@TT (149) | ||
| 193076 | 2003-11-19 07:12:00 | no. even if u had two different dell systems with 2yr or so apart u would not be able to use it still. they are made for each era of models.... and no, it cannot be used in the desktop PC. u may be possible to get a dell external enclosure that converts the laptop drive into a external drive and be used with the PC. its far cheapest to just get a $55 or so CDROM and put it in urself. Is it still under warranties, I think Dell voids warranty if u open the case up and their DELL drives cost a fortune! |
nomad (3693) | ||
| 193077 | 2003-11-19 07:14:00 | two differnet modesl 2yr (or so ..) apart, I was referring to laptops ... that is just how different they can be... They would not fit.... | nomad (3693) | ||
| 193078 | 2003-11-19 08:16:00 | What if i used a converter kit? | M@TT (149) | ||
| 193079 | 2003-11-19 10:18:00 | really need model number or link to pics. if its uses a half height case it could well be just a standard cd-rom. | tweak'e (174) | ||
| 193080 | 2003-11-19 18:47:00 | Hi Here is a link to a pic : ascii24.com Im pretty sure its slimline, the drive bay wouldnt be over 1" high |
M@TT (149) | ||
| 193081 | 2003-11-19 18:50:00 | i think when you open the box you will find is a normal size CD Rom drive that only has a small slot in the case for the tray to pop out. | robsonde (120) | ||
| 193082 | 2003-11-19 19:00:00 | I thought of that but there is no space for buttons etc. The buttons would have to be part of the tray in that case. Have a look at the pic in the link I gave and you should be able to see what i mean | M@TT (149) | ||
| 193083 | 2003-11-19 19:04:00 | me still thinks you will know more if you open the box and have a look.... the drive thats in there might even have a brand name on it so finding one like it is easer..... other wise i would contact dell and see if they will sell you the drive to put in yourself |
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