Can this be loaded on a computer without a DVD drive? I have an ultrabook (like a macbook air).
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You can use "sharing" from another computer on the network. Nat Geo, on the 110 Year Edition came in a version that was already on an external HDD. It was more expensive, but would work (and save space). http://shop.nationalgeographic.com/ngs/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=2000089
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you can remove the dvd drive and put a hdd caddy. I did it without problem.
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No - I recommend getting either an external DVD/CD reader, or an external hard drive such as a Western Digital passport that you can store larger files such as installation media, etc. and run those from the external drive.
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There is no dvd-rom (drive) on this laptop. There is also no VGA connector port. I think that's the trade off for its lightness and thiness. Hope this is helpful.
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There is no DVD with this item. You just plug it into your computer and it basically installs whatever driver is needed to run it. It is then ready to use.
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Not 100% sure as I never tried, but it does have a DVD drive, so I assume if you have the right software you could.
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No dvd drive, but you can easily and cheaply buy an external unit and run it through your USB.
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I am not overly tech savvy but my kids watch DVD movies on this laptop so I am assuming the answer would be yes to DVD Drive.
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you don't have to use an external DVD drive - sheesh! use Handbrake to convert or download an .avi/mp4 version of your movie and watch it via streaming network feed, off a USB thumbdrive, off your SSD, or off an SDHC
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Yes to all your items. there is a newer version of this, much thinner and lighter but no DVD drive
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If it has a usb slot you can buy an external cd/dvd drive and load it that way. You can buy one on ebay for about $20.
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What type of programs?If you have content on a flash drive or external drive then definitely yes. If it is a program downloaded from the internet or bought from the microsoft app store then definitely yes. However, if you are wondering about CDs or DVDs, then you will need to find an external disc drive in order to load them onto the computer. Hope this helps!
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It worked for mine quite well. Not sure will be working for you or not. My laptop is flat as well which has no DVD drive.
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Yes, it works like an external DVD drive. It plugs up via USB. It's plug & play.
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No, it's an unformatted drive with no software loaded. You will need your own software to load.
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It's worked great on my MacBook and a Toshiba running 8.1 and the developer's preview of 10. If you're trying to boot from the DVD drive, make sure the laptop's bios supports external drives and as Tyler said, if you want to play DVDs, you'll need to download another program. VLC Player works perfectly if you need a 3rd party media player that supports DVDs.
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If you are referring to a DVD disk, no you cannot. The unite has no disk drive.