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    Dell Studio 15 dvd+/-R | cd/dvd writer

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Orvillain, Aug 7, 2009.

  1. Orvillain

    Orvillain Notebook Enthusiast

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    I got confused...

    While reviewing my processed order I saw these two choices for the dvd drive..

    the 8X slot load super Multi (DL DVD+/-R Drive + RAM Support) and
    the CD/DVD writer (DVD+/-R W) + Roxio Creator 10

    what is the difference between the two? I was able to select the default which was the 8x slot load super multi. I want to both read AND write CD AND DVD and is it also possible to re-write to a DVD RW with the default 8x slot load super multi drive?

    I just got confused with the +/-RW, when you mouse-over the 8x slot load super multi it says that it is a DVD +/-RW but in the tick-box selection it is only DVD+/-R

    Enlighten me please. :)

    Thanks
     
    Orvillain, Aug 7, 2009
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  2. Terbo

    Terbo Notebook Consultant

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    Here's a hint :D
     
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    Terbo, Aug 7, 2009
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  3. Orvillain

    Orvillain Notebook Enthusiast

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    so that's the only difference? what about the +/-R and +/-RW?


    Are you implying that I can read/write to CD AND DVD and re-write to DVD-RWs with the default 8x slot load super Multi (DL DVD+/-R Drive + RAM Support)
     
    Orvillain, Aug 7, 2009
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  4. Terbo

    Terbo Notebook Consultant

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    Well the second option doesn't mention Dual-Layer support, or +RAM support but I think we can safely assume its present. I'd guess that its the same drive with both options, the only addtion is software.
     
    Terbo, Aug 7, 2009
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  5. Orvillain

    Orvillain Notebook Enthusiast

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    I hope to get a definite answer for this :)

    Someone?
     
    Orvillain, Aug 7, 2009
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  6. karan1003

    karan1003 Notebook Evangelist

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    Terbo's right. the only difference will be the inclusion of Roxio.
     
    karan1003, Aug 7, 2009
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  7. Orvillain

    Orvillain Notebook Enthusiast

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    ^ Really? Thanks :)
     
    Orvillain, Aug 7, 2009
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  8. Fragilexx

    Fragilexx Get'cha head in the game

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    I would confirm with a Dell sales rep that the +/-R is in fact a +/- RW. I expect it is, but confirm it before you spend you cash.
     
    Fragilexx, Aug 7, 2009
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  9. j3n82

    j3n82 Notebook Geek

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    Not sure if yours says this: 8X Slot Load DVD+/-RW (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive + RAM support)

    That is the one I bought with my laptop. Is this the one you're looking at? If so, then you're fine. I asked the same question when I purchased my laptop and the rep confirmed the information.
     
    j3n82, Aug 7, 2009
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  10. Streetmagus

    Streetmagus Notebook Consultant

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    By the way there are always alternatives to software out there ;) Roxio is kinda crappy imo.
     
    Streetmagus, Aug 7, 2009
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  11. karan1003

    karan1003 Notebook Evangelist

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    One software that I recommend is imgburn - it's free, but not for lack of features.
     
    karan1003, Aug 7, 2009
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  12. Mastershroom

    Mastershroom wat

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    I also swear by ImgBurn.
     
    Mastershroom, Aug 7, 2009
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  13. j3n82

    j3n82 Notebook Geek

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    I can vouch for ImgBurn too. Good stuff.
     
    j3n82, Aug 7, 2009
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