So how much of an issue is using a dvd drive since the drive bays are mounted vertically? Especially when cds/dvds eject automatically on occasion?
198465
All optical drives are designed for side mounting. The cd's wont even fall out, they are designed that way.
198466
It's not an issue seeing as optical drive bays have ridges on them for this reason.
198467
I have a dvd/blu-ray in mine and there is no issue. I rarely use it but have no had an issue.
198468
Most optical drives have tiny "hook" like protrusions around the edges that will hold the CD in place in a vertical configuration. I've only used my optical drive for two DVDs so far with this case but I haven't had any issues with the CD's at all and they don't fall out while the disk tray is moving since they're held in place by those protrusions. I would examine your optical drive and see if they have it. There are usually 4 one in each corner.
198469
I haven't had a problem with disks falling out or getting stuck. I don't use the dvd much. There are players that address this issue specifically and hold the disks in place. hope this helps.
198470
Although I agree with these answers, I would like to add a point. The issue may not come from the disk falling out as the drive tray ejects but rather putting pressure on the tray while inserting the disk and therefore accidentally causing the tray to retract before you have the disk seated properly. A way around this issue that I have been considering; although there aren't a lot of choices, is to find/choose a slot loading CD/DVD/Bluray drive. However, there may be other disadvantages that I may not be aware of, like how to recover a disk that is in the drive if it fails. I've been trying to figure out if they have the small holes for manually ejecting the disk like the tray based drives have. Although I agree with these answers, I would like to add a point. The issue may not come from the disk falling out as the drive tray ejects but rather putting pressure on the tray while inserting the disk and therefore accidentally causing the tray to retract before you have the disk seated properly. A way around this issue that I have been considering; although there aren't a lot of choices, is to find/choose a slot loading CD/DVD/Bluray drive. However, there may be other disadvantages that I may not be aware of, like how to recover a disk that is in the drive if it fails. I've been trying... » Read More Although I agree with these answers, I would like to add a point. The issue may not come from the disk falling out as the drive tray ejects but rather putting pressure on the tray while inserting the disk and therefore accidentally causing the tray to retract before you have the disk seated properly. A way around this issue that I have been considering; although there aren't a lot of choices, is to find/choose a slot loading CD/DVD/Bluray drive. However, there may be other disadvantages that I may not be aware of, like how to recover a disk that is in the drive if it fails. I've been trying to figure out if they have the small holes for manually ejecting the disk like the tray based drives have. « Show Less
157460
Does anyone have any recommendations for purchasing an external CD/DVD drive? Will any one do?
1937356
I've had no problems using it. Didn't need the disc that came with it. Windows and linux see it as a burner and work fine for cd's, dvd's, and BD.
1812354
I have only had my case for a short time so I only have a limited experience but I don't see this to be a problem. If you handle the disc properly. Any scratches would result from you mishandling the disc, not the storage device.
2127046
External DVD drive would be the best option. Optical drives are atypical on lightweight ultrabooks.
541269
I too found it hard to believe I could live without a built in CD/DVD drive. Guess what, that's OLD SCHOOL. We really don't use it that often. I did get the Apple external CD/DVD drive. In the past year I think I've used it twice. The MacBook Pro is ALL about thin, light, and yet very powerful. Once you experience it, you'll slowly understand just like I have, that the days of CD's are a thing of the past.
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I never had a problem with the DVD player on my computer, as to the partitioning, that's the way they all are yes. This makes it slightly easier too to reformat and reinstall your OS on your main drive (C) without effecting your data drive (D), it simply means you have to make sure to install things on your D, and personally I moved ALL directing to the user files over to the D drive as well, by simplying copying them over, and changing C to D in most areas having to do with downloads and pictures/movies uploads etcIt's a slightly weird partition yes, but it makes your files much more secure. I never had a problem with the DVD player on my computer, as to the partitioning, that's the way they all are yes. This makes it slightly easier too to reformat and reinstall your OS on your main drive (C) without effecting your data drive (D), it simply means you have to make sure to install things on your D, and personally I moved ALL directing to the user files over to the D drive as well, by simplying copying them over, and changing C to D in most areas having to do with downloads and pictures/movies uploads etcIt's a slightly weird partition yes, but it makes your files... » Read More I never had a problem with the DVD player on my computer, as to the partitioning, that's the way they all are yes. This makes it slightly easier too to reformat and reinstall your OS on your main drive (C) without effecting your data drive (D), it simply means you have to make sure to install things on your D, and personally I moved ALL directing to the user files over to the D drive as well, by simplying copying them over, and changing C to D in most areas having to do with downloads and pictures/movies uploads etcIt's a slightly weird partition yes, but it makes your files much more secure. « Show Less
1041672
you can remove the dvd drive and put a hdd caddy. I did it without problem.
2026303
Yes. CD/DVD insert sideways instead of flat. I find it is necessary to keep disc in place when closing door. Also after leaving DVD's in PC they begin to slow down and stop. It might be wise to remove discs when completed. I think it is the heat from PC. I played same DVD in separate DVD and had no problem.
389640
I've seen dozens of computers laid on there sides or any which way a business needs it to be to fit in its spot. There should be no issue unless you put the dvd drive upside down.
425035
Yea it hasn't given me any problems so far. I've used it to play games and load like music CDs I'm not sure about DVDs though.
751783
Are you placing the disc in with the data side facing you? I have had no problems.
279923
There is an Optical Drive: Tray load DVD Drive (Reads and Writes to DVD/CD) in addition to the other media in/out ports.
484892
Not a silly question. The side with the writing is the "up" side of the disc. My desktop sits on its left edge, so there is no "up" and half the time I put a disc in backward. The writing should be on the same side as the "up" side of the front of your drive where it says "DVD" or whatever. Put the blank side toward the button that ejects your drive and you should be good.
1078252
Yes there is! It is not the clunky tray type either. There is a slit on the right hand side where the discs can slip in and out.This is what it is: Optical Drive: 8X Slot Load CD/DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)
456192
I can't think of many CPUs that may not be changed from vertical to horizontal or vice versa. Same goes for hard drives. As for the optical drive, it may be a good idea to check its manual, or online, if it can be position vertically (if that's how it would wind up).
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We store them 'side to side' (horizontally). I believe that you can certainly store vertically; but with time, the weight will debilitate the structure. We store the CD's/DVD's in these cases in individual paper bags, and when they're full, they are very heavy.