what do i need to get to upgrade my compaq 6010 dvd drive so that I can burn dvd's?
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If the drive does not burn, just read, you will need a new DVD drive.
730585
you need cds and a drive that can burn them\nyou also need a program to run this
371509
not possible, a dvd burner is hardware, you have to buy them
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http://www.goorooreviews.com/dvdcopyingsoftware/learn_more/how_to_install_a_dvd_burner.php
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u plug the usb cable  into usb port and install the program that comes with the dvd burner (for external)\n\nfor internal im not sure u could get the site of the product and they will probubly have the instructions for u
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You need the original Windows disc that came with the computer.  I would reccomend having this done by a trained professional or somone that knows how to do it.  You may mess somthing up.\n\n\n\n\n\nhttp://www.techstatus.net/
617375
Go to the MS site and run an eval to see if your sysytem will work.\nSite also has instructions for the upgrade actions.
1075673
Before buying a new one, try this:  First, check the cables (power and ribbon) to make sure they're seated properly.  Next, using the Device Manager, RIGHT click on the drive that's shown, and choose "uninstall".  Say "Yes" to the next question.  Then re-boot, and if the drive is working, Windows will find it as "new hardware" and install the drivers for it.  If it is still not recognized or not working, then sure, go ahead and purchase a new one.  By the way, you might as well get yourself a DVD drive if you're getting a new one, since it'll handle both DVD's and CD's as well.  Good luck.
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Easy!  You need one available 5 1/4" drive bay.  Be sure computer is turned off and/or unplugged. Remove the plastic cover of the bay where you want to place it.  If there is metal shielding behind the plastic then just knock or bend it out (don't worry it's designed for this). Open Computer Case on left side facing front. Remove the DVDRW drive from packaging.  If it is to be in addition to another CD drive, then on the back of the new unit there are three two pin jumpers.  Master, Slave, Cable Select.  Make sure it's jumped as a Slave if it isn't already, as the one already in the system is probably already set to Master.  Slide the new unit into place (from the front).  The EIDE ribbon cable connected to existing CD should have 1 extra 'polarized' port (it only goes one way correctly -- look for nitch or missing pin).  Now look at the existing CD again, you will notice a white plastic end with four wires going into it which is connected to the drive.  This is the Power connect.  Find another like it dangling around, and connect it to the new unit, again it can only go one right way -- don't force it!  Before closing up the computer, go ahead and start it up.  Bamm!, you should be able to see it in the POST.  Otherwise look for it in My Computer or Windows Explorer (assuming you're using MS Windows).  If it came with software such as Nero, install that now and you should be able to start burning away.  If all is well, you may now close the case.  Cheers!\nOh, and be sure to use at least two screws catty-corner to secure it, you may use the other two on the other side if you wish.
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You definitely need a driver to start with, otherwise even your laptop recognize it you cannot install it.\ngo to search the external dvd drive manufacturer site and look for the latest driver of your laptop windows version, install it first, then check the cable see if it still good, otherwise replace it.\nif no dvd drive manufacturer site/not providing old driver, try this driver archive site\nhttp://www.driverguide.com\nGood luck.
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Go look on the box for the XP Pro discs at a store and it will say what is needed and what is recommended.
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you should be able to, Im not sure if they will have an upgrade disk.
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make sure you have the updated drivers for your DVD drive.
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usb 2.0 is a physically diffrent drive.  So you need to get a PC card that is usb 2.0.  That is the only way to upgrade the laptop.\n\nhttp://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/TechGear-USB-2-0-2-Port-Cardbus-GBR-103-/sem/rpsm/oid/124396/catOid/-13011/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do
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http://www.aoamedia.com/copy-dvd-to-harddrive.htm
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You may want to try MicroCenter, they sell OEM drives(means it just comes in a bag, no manual and such).  Good drives too, Samsung!\n\nI paid about $29 for my dual layer DVD burner that also will burn lightscribe disks.   It also came with a free version of Nero Express that gives you all the basic DVD burning functions that you need.\n\nI believe that you can order off their website as well if there is not a store near you,\n\nMikeC
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Do you want to copy files to a DVD? You need to make sure you have the appropiate hardware first. Any specifications you can post about your computer?