Dvd Drive interchange

[Mikeyp]

I was wondering if all dvd drives are interchangeable? Could I take a thompson out and install a phillips? thanks

 

[linuxn00b2004]

Yes.

- Greg

 

[Rookio]

If you want the best, get a samsung 605B, just don't get the 605F

 

[Mikeyp]

thanks fellas. I swapped my old thompson for a phillips. works much better, but I do get a "dirty disc" every now and then. What can I do??? PLease answer without all the wise cracks, cuz I know them already.

 

[mmicrosysm]

thanks fellas. I swapped my old thompson for a phillips. works much better, but I do get a "dirty disc" every now and then. What can I do??? PLease answer without all the wise cracks, cuz I know them already.

Are you getting this with your original disks or backups? Also what media are you using for your backups (Ex. DVD-R/+R and Brand)?

I have found that some Philips drives have trouble reading some DVD-R media, as my v1.4 w/Philips reads everything I throw at it, but my v1.6 w/Philips has issues with certain DVD-R brands. Both drives where manufactured in the same year and month, so it comes down to the luck of the draw with the Philips drives.

 

[Rookio]

If you want the best, get a samsung 605B, just don't get the 605F

Thought i already told you the answer...