Can I use normal CDs with this as well as the DVDs?
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Yes you can, it reads all types of CD's and DVD's, it does NOT however read blu-rays
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Yes, there shouldn't be a problem. There is no such thing as blank DVDs or CDstgat are just meant for Windows or Apple.
1956889
They are simply different writing formats. Most drives today support both formats. There is more information here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DVD_formats
1150643
You can download the program online. I also have the Cd's but I rarely use the Cd's
1353669
No... Bought a separate USB drive for CDs. Rarely if ever use it or need it.
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yes you can load and play the dvd. As long as the person selling it provides you with the cd key.
588204
It shouldn't be a problem. DVD's are the same size at Cd's, so they should work just the same. :O)
1900808
As long as your drives can handle DL discs, they work the same as any other disc. They will take longer since there is more data.
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It depends on your system. Check your disc information page, or you dvd guide.
245943
No, this laptop is in a class called "Ultrabook," there is no drive for playing CDs or DVDs.
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Yes, you might need DVD Dual Layer discs, most movies and games are larger than what DVD+R discs can hold. This drive doesn't come with software so you would need to use your own but yes it does cd/dvd writing(burning)/re-writing and reading, just no Blu-ray discs.
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okay, from my experience, you can play DVDs, CDs and burn CDs - I have not yet tried to burn a DVD. It has worked very well for me so far!
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I have not personally yet installed anything with the portable DVD /CD player but u should be able. To use it just like a regular drive to install software. And programs as u would on a regular computer. It may or may or may not need first the CD it came with the dvd player.
1954754
This is a birthday gift for my daughter and it has not been opened yet, but yes you should be able to both play and burn CD's/DVD's.
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This unit does hold both DVDs and CDs. However, Since both are identical in size, you can use it to store one or the other to capacity. I use mine strictly for DVDs and I love it!
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the dvds answer is generally a no (contra to the other answer) except for an occasional foreign film or snlive dvd, or adult entertainment and symphony dvds. sorry
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You can if your DVD has composite video output or HDMI output. Most DVD's are not 1080p, though.