Is the blu-ray drive included in this package? i mean both dual graphics and blu-ray in a same package?
1541096
No. This particular model that I got only had the sli graphic card. I bought an external blu ray drive separately.
2018339
Yes I'm running windows 7 but mine did not come with software for the drive. I already had software on a disc from one I bought 2 years ago from another source. Total Media Extreme 2 will probably play both HD DVD and blu ray disc. You can usally find it on a trial basis online.
360169
No, need to buy online, not so expensive for a slim CD/DVD/Blu-Ray combo drive, if u want to a Blu-Ray writer drive, a bit more spending would be nicer...:)
1462613
Do you have software that will recognize Blu ray discs? I had to purchase WinDVD 10 to get my computer to recognize my discs. B/c if the laptop didn't come with a blu ray drive it won't recognize this new drive b/c it wasn't designed for it.
1953450
To be honest I haven't played any blu-ray disc in it yet. So I can't really help you with an answer, sorry
2232200
No, no software included. Once you install a DVD player that plays Blu-Ray discs it shows up and works. Confusing but what isn't when it comes to Microsoft?
1379124
As far as I know my drive is NOT blueray. It is labeled as 3D capable so I asume that is in DVD mode. One sure way of determining if the drive is Blue Ray is to check the drive door for the Blue Ray symbol. A "b" with a backward "C" underlined with the words "Bluray".
536341
their website tigerdirect.com says "Optical Drive Blu-Ray Player", no mentioning of BD-RW or Blue Ray Burner. This is another BS from Asus actually, they should list each custom spec on their website. But they just put generic model information only. Same issue with Wireless ac, some has it some don't and can't be sure.
410663
No. Theres NO optical drive. A bit disappointing. I picked up an external for 30 bucks that was also blu ray.
2219245
Yes it is, depending on the variant number/model it either comes with HDMI and Optical (digital) cables, or just HDMI cable, or neither - the specifications on both the system units for size and features are all the same.
1795706
Yes, the Multimedia suite that is included is PC software allowing you to play Blu-ray movies on PC. You have to make sure your PC's video card and monitor are HDCP compliant for securely playing back Blu-ray movies. Modern PC's and Laptops are all compliant. Thank you, DIGISTOR
1168702
The GE60 2OC-097US does not have a blu ray player installed by default, the preinstalled drive plays DVD and CD.
502139
Normally it is the same unit. The DVD drive is what you see but it also functions for the cd too. I beleive a pure CD drive no longer exists. When you want to play a CD you just insert it in the DVD. Now not sure what Happens in case of Blue Ray and DVD. hobo3121
1046271
This drive does not come with the blu-ray software. You'll have to purchase the software to be able to watch them I recommend the PowerDVD 13 .
1674680
Yes it is :) It comes in the box. On a side note you should know that this model does not come with an optical (DVD) drive built in. So you will need to buy an external one.
423696
The Unit I purchased has DVD R/W drive, but it is Not a Blue Ray Drive. This was not issue for this unit since I mainly use it for Business and some Personal computing. I did early this year replace my Wife's computer (I don't allow her or anyone else to use my unit because "Unsafe Internet browsing" & Lack her backing up the files on the computer), which I chose to purchase a Sony All in one desk top Vaio with all the bells & whistles including a R/W Blue ray CD drive. So if that is option you must have, and if Samsung does not offer it, you may want to check out the Sony. One thing though, this Samsung has nearly the same options less the Blue Ray, and cost me about 1/3 less.
29410
Yes it does. Only thing this lacks is a Blu-Ray DVD drive. If you can do without that, then this computer is awesome.