can you attach an external cd drive
2043474
There are three usb ports..so if the CD drive is connected by way of that, I don't see why not.
1770072
Sure you can, you just have to buy an enclosure for it. But why not just buy an external HD directly? I think it's a bit of waste to use this drive as external storage.
724691
Very few laptops have CD/DVD drives anymore. Most software is available as a download. If you must install from a CD/DVD then you would need an external drive that plugs into the USB port.
874208
If you want to use it as an external drive, you can get an enclosure for it. Here's an example of what I mean:http://www.amazon.com/ORICO-2588US3-External-Enclosure-Support/dp/B00FYKRI9M/
1353669
No... Bought a separate USB drive for CDs. Rarely if ever use it or need it.
955551
There are older external 1.8" drive with LIF internal connector cases available that attach and power from a USB external to host connection. Just be gentle but firm when connecting the drive, ans the cable ends don't take much abuse well.
1260103
They have adapters for mini disks. Here is the link: Discgear Mini CD Adapter
686624
I don't see why not - if you can back up files to a cd/dvd you can back them up to a flash drive.
1603757
I honestly doubt that anything aditional can be built in, i am sure you can attach an external one.
1701523
No. It is sold in this format to be mounted internally. You would have to purchase an enclosure and cable to make it an external accessory.
2044814
No but u can buy an external DVD/CD drive and plug it in via USB when ever u want to use it.
1405475
Yes, if your external drive has a female slot you can use the one with the male USB-A end.
1293092
no it doesn't come with internal or external cd/dvd drive, but you may find info online how to make bootable sd cards and usb drives and put images of your software on sd/usb and download cd emulators.
30958
This is not a cd/dvd drive. Just a casing. If you have an internal slot loading drive you can remove it and make it external. Once it is external, yes it should work.
377600
No, there is no CD/DVD drive. It's an ultra small form factor. You can certainly use a USB drive if you need that functionality. I've seen a Lenovo specific one that mounts right to the adapter plate that mounts the workstation.
2043019
Has anyone tried to connect an external HD to the USB port and saved their files?
896664
There is no CD drive. You need a external plugin. But an easier way would be to create an iso image from a PC and transfer to the acer through an usb. Windows 8 can mount iso images to make it appear as a CD.