Joe
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Basically the side loading CD/DVD drive on my Mac has packed up, Apple staff are useless and make out like its no big deal to stroll around town carrying a desktop computer into the shop to get it fixed, plus it seems like they think its a software issue. Something is defo broke inside as it won't take the CD's in properly. So rather than fuck about I'm thinking I could get just an external CD/DVD re-writer for a decent price to save the hassle.
I would have a look myself, but I've looked on the net and you have to take the LCD screen out to get to the internal's which I don't really fancy doing too much.
Can anyone point me in the direction of one that would be ok, do they have to be specific for Mac's as frankly I don't have a clue.
Any help would be apprectiated.
[Edited on 09-12-2008 by Joe]
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pow
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Man up and take the LCD screen out 
Other than that, wouldn't any firewire/usb one do?
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Joe
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 if it didn't involve taking the screen off, I'd happily open it up and have a look but no thanks.
I have no idea mate, thats what I'm asking. I don't know the first thing about computers so just looking for opinions.
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deano87
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I'll pass this onto a mate who is a Mac Technician, should be able to give you an answer, other than going to a store, such as Regent Street, where he works 
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deano87
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This is his reply.
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yes, they can to some extend.
if they use 10.5 (leopard) it is drive independent. for every other OS i would check specifically.
apart from that, depending on the machine...if it is still in warranty, insist that they check it. doesnt sound like a software issue, to be honest. it is a stupid excuse in my opinion.
apart from that, if he can use a screwdrive, he can get almost any slot-loading optical drive and build it in himself. can get him a manual if he wants...but need some more info on the unit...
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oh, and taking out the lcd is not a big deal...all he needs is a t6 and a t8 to get the 4 screws out (plus 2 for the lvds cable)[/img]
They're obviously well trained to get you in store
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Joe
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Cheers deano. I guess I'll have to try them again, see if I get someone more helpful.
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