I would like to connect to this computer an external DVD writer for music and movies. Will it work automatically and how?
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I use a Samsung external DVD writer and it was all simple plug and play. Mac OS automatically picked up the hardware and I did not need any third party software installed.
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I use my external hard drive without problems, but my external DVD drive will not work properly -- keeps losing connection. Both are USB powered. My work around for the DVD drive is to attach it to my USB hub that has its own power cord.
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Read my review. The way to do it without buying an external DVD drive is to set up a network. Here's step by step process: If you already have your computers set up for "home or small office network," 1) add your netbook to that network by going to My Network Places, and opening up the "Set up a home or small office network" on the left side. Make sure that the network name is the same. Follow instructions fully. You may have to reboot afterwards. 2) on the computer with the DVD drive, go to the My Computer and locate the DVD drive. right click on it and open "Sharing and Security..." Check "Share this folder on the network." 3) on the netbook, open the network and locate the DVD drive. 4) on the computer with the DVD drive, insert a program and stop install. 5) on the netbook, open the DVD drive, locate the "setup" file and run. That's it. If you don't have a set up network, you will have to set up the network for each computer with the same network name. Follow the above instructions for the rest. That's it.
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It will do as you asked. I also purchased this: BUFFALO 8x USB 2.0 Portable DVD Writer - DVSM-PC58U2VB about a year ago and like it much more..Costs more but only requires one USB port for data and power. A great unit with 2 year warranty.
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No, it does not, but you can buy an external DVD drive (~$20) which plugs into one of the USB ports, if you wish, for playing DVD's.
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You need to use an external USB DVD player. It is a great computer. Boots almost instantly. Very fast and powerful.
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Okay, didn't know that your laptop didn't already have a drive built in that can play DVDs. Anyway, here is what I would try and/or recommend:1. Hook up the external DVD drive to your laptop via an USB port.2. Run an HDMI cable from your laptop to your HDTV.3. Re-direct your laptop display to your HDTV (essentially use your TV as an external monitor).*** Each TV is going to have different settings. On my Samsung I just have to select which HDMI port that I have the HDMI cable plugged into. If thelaptop display doesn't automatically redirect I press FN (function key) and then F8 on my dell laptop. Other laptops are FN (function key) and then F7I believe. Okay, didn't know that your laptop didn't already have a drive built in that can play DVDs. Anyway, here is what I would try and/or recommend:1. Hook up the external DVD drive to your laptop via an USB port.2. Run an HDMI cable from your laptop to your HDTV.3. Re-direct your laptop display to your HDTV (essentially use your TV as an external monitor).*** Each TV is going to have different settings. On my Samsung I just have to select which HDMI port that I have the HDMI cable plugged into. If thelaptop display doesn't automatically redirect I press... » Read More Okay, didn't know that your laptop didn't already have a drive built in that can play DVDs. Anyway, here is what I would try and/or recommend:1. Hook up the external DVD drive to your laptop via an USB port.2. Run an HDMI cable from your laptop to your HDTV.3. Re-direct your laptop display to your HDTV (essentially use your TV as an external monitor).*** Each TV is going to have different settings. On my Samsung I just have to select which HDMI port that I have the HDMI cable plugged into. If thelaptop display doesn't automatically redirect I press FN (function key) and then F8 on my dell laptop. Other laptops are FN (function key) and then F7I believe. « Show Less
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Better off using an external DVD drive. Just plug it into USB port and be done. Also I put an USB 4way splitter on mine and it allows for my mouse, printer, external antenna for wireless signal, and DVD player/burner to work all together on 1 port. I got DVD at Best Buy great price and they have several to choose from mine is 24X.
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You will have to purchase an external DVD/CD-ROM drive. AMAZON has several for sale.
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No, you'll need a PC to have any functionality. It's a simple external DVD "Drive" and not a "player" of any sorts.
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I purchased a free standing DVDRW from Dell. It connects with USB and was about $45.
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No but u can buy an external DVD/CD drive and plug it in via USB when ever u want to use it.
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Well, I am not sure what DVD player you have and what connection it supports. Generally it is not something you plug to DVD player.However, if your DVD player has a 3.5 mm jack and your external speakers support RCA plugins then it will work.
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I have a DVD auxillary device to connect to the laptop. It connects thru the usb port.
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The pen connects to your computer with USB cord. I don't know why you would need a disc drive... I use it with my ASUS Zenbook which doesn't have an optical drive. Hope that helps.
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Robyn Garland, I tried to use an external portable for CD on this Wolvol small computer, but it did not work, so I am just assuming that it might not also work for an external portable for DVD.
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It has to be connected to another player. This is a mixer, not a DVD player. To find out more about the function, read my earlier post on this