CD-RW and DVD

[pcshark]

Does anyone know of any incompatabilities with DVD players and CD-RWs in the same box? I've noticed that manufacturers will not put those two components in the same box, although they'll put either in the same box with a CD-ROM. I've asked why, and they've given me a stock answer of "hardware incompatability" which doesn't really answer my question. What specifically is the incompatability, if any? Or are they just jerking me around? (-:

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R. Bret Walker, CNE

[ghitt]

I have had multiple boxes with both a dvd player and a CDR drive. Have not had any problems other than some frustrations with using DMA settings.

[InTheWayBoy]

I have to agree with 'ghitt', except for the DMA problems. I think companies are just too cheap to do it. I know that AlienWare does, as I was reading a review in a mag.

[Danrak]

I've run a DVD and cd burner with no problems. Been using it now for about 4 months and works great.

[shawnMt]

I just built a machine last week with Yamaha CDRW and Creative DVD. Worked like a champ!
shawn

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I ripped the head assembly out - it spins up fine now...

[RGK01]

Manufacturers will not warranty that the two will work together, but generally speaking they usually do. As a matter of fact, they are also building DVD/CD-RW drives as one unit now.

[Eagle PC Diagnostech]

I've been running a CD-ROM, CD-R, and a DVD in my machine for almost 2 years now, without any problems.

[pcshark]

Well, I guess that put that baby to rest! (-: Thanks a lot, folks!

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R. Bret Walker, CNE