DVD R or RW???

I have a two drive system (Dimension 8300) and recently had my DVD-R die. I was thinking of simply replacing the unit with a newer unit. After checking around, I found I can get a bigger, better faster R/W for not much more money that reads more formats -- the whole 9 yards. In addition, I'd like to read and write -R disks; I can only read +R disks and this has been a problem a few times. It looks like the speeds are comparable. Is there any reason not to do this? Any problem having to R/W drives and one as the master?

Here's what I have:

E: JLMS DVD-ROM XJ-HD166, Rev DD05 to be replaced.
F: _NEC DVD+RW ND-2100AD, Rev 103D

Also, is the lightspeed technology a gee whiz cool thing or something practical to have. I've read about the timing issues, but would like opinions on whether this is good value for the extra few bucks.

Thanks much.

Message Edited by Skor on 06-13-200601:23 AM

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kjharris

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June 13th, 2006 12:00

Just buy whatever is on sale at CompUSA, BestBuy, newegg.com etc. Any new DVD burner will be much more capable than your old unit. I replaced one of the old drives in my 8300 a while ago and have had no problems whatsoever--and this was a unit on sale at Staples for a very low price. I know that other forum members will suggest paying more for a "better" unit, but I've been happy with my on sale unit.

Ken

klbf

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June 16th, 2006 05:00

a pioneer 109 or above drive would be great also do you mean lightscribe drives? which can burn labels onto dvds, which could be good for labeling

i'd go for a decent speed dual layer dvd burner

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