HP CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo drive ( 377402-B21 )

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Information technology professionals rely on HP quality to ensure maximum productivity. As the power of applications, processors, memory adapters and storage devices increases, high-end computer users are seeking ways to optimize their system performance. HP provides leading solutions, adding new levels of performance, availability, flexibility, and management.

HP Consumer Compaq Multibay - Removable disk drive - DVD-ROM - 16x (CD) / 8x (DVD) (read) - ( 238401-B21 )

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HP Consumer Compaq Multibay - Removable disk drive - DVD-ROM - 16x (CD) / 8x (DVD) (read) - ( 238401-B21 )

Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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ASIN: B00006BAZS

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Take advantage of exciting DVD technology in your Compaq computer with this modular DVD drive. DVD is the latest multimedia technology. It produces high-resolution video with less distortion for rich, smooth-flowing graphics. Its audio has dynamic range, low distortion, and wide frequency response - it truly is digital sound. Backward-compatible, DVD plays current and future DVD titles, as well as existing audio CDs and CD-ROM-based applications, such as games.

Compaq Comp. HP CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo drive - IDE ( DE206B )

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Compaq Comp. HP CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo drive - IDE ( DE206B )

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48X DVD CDRW COMBO DR

ASIN: B000BCEOAY

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HP 24x CD-RW 8x DVD-ROM Combo Drive (DL974B)

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HP 24x CD-RW 8x DVD-ROM Combo Drive (DL974B)

Manufacturer: Hewlett Packard
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24X/24X/8X IDE CARBONITE

ASIN: B0000TI4G8

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The 24X/24X/24X/8X CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive is a 12.7 mm high, user removable, tray load data storage device that can write to CD-R and CD-RW media and read from any industry standard DVD and compact disc media. The MultiBay 24X Combo Drive communicates data and digital audio to the host computer via an ATAPI interface. Users can read DVDs at their desktops, and compile and catalog video, sound, photo, and text files on CDs. The MultiBay 24X Combo Drive also enables users to share multimedia presentations, archive family records and photos; convert video clips, screen captures, and still images into custom videos; and create custom CD-R discs in minutes. Additionally, the 24X Combo Drive can be used for complete data backups to restore data in the event of catastrophic loss. HP goes to great lengths to provide its customers with the highest performing, most integrated, thoroughly tested computing solutions. This quality combination not only simplifies the purchase and service process by providing one-step shopping, but also increases customer satisfaction and lowers the overall cost of ownership.

HP - Disk drive - DVD?RW (+R DL) - internal - LightScribe

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HP - Disk drive - DVD?RW (+R DL) - internal - LightScribe

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ASIN: B000I00E58

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Compaq Comp. HP DVDRW (+R double layer) drive - IDE ( DZ555B )

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Compaq Comp. HP DVDRW (+R double layer) drive - IDE ( DZ555B )

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DVD+RW 16X INT WIN XW SERIES

ASIN: B000A3FTOO

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HP Slim 8X DVD-Rom Drive.

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HP part number: AH041AA
Original HP equipment.

ASIN: B000IPRPL4

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HP PATA DVD-ROM Slim Drive can read from industry standard DVD media at speeds of up to 8X, reads CD media at speeds of up to 24X and features the added capability of reading single layer or dual layer DVD media.

Laptop Speakers - USB, Portable, Compact, Travel Speaker for PC and Mac - B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Speaker (Black)

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Terrific Little Speaker with Clear, Strong Sound
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR DELL LAPTOPS
Are we listening to the same speakers?
Definite improvement over stock, and extremely portable
Flexible, Mobile & Fierceful

Laptop Speakers - USB, Portable, Compact, Travel Speaker for PC and Mac - B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Speaker (Black)

Manufacturer: JLab Audio
ProductGroup: CE

Product Features:

Plug and play for PC and Mac. Uses only USB power, no wires or batteries!
Easy to use. Incredibly compact and portable. Great for travel!
Produces crystal clear sound with a 2-watt digital amp and 2 high output, full range micro drivers.
Patent pending flexible design allows you to totally customize your listening experience by flexing the speaker into virtually any position.
This amazing gadget was featured in the NY Times, on ABC News, and on virtually every gadget site in the world.

ASIN: B000LJ2T3Q

Product Description

Need better sound from your laptop? The stylish new B-Flex is a compact stereo speaker on a USB flex cable for laptops and desktops. Plug and play for PC and Mac with no batteries or wires! Easy to use, great for travel, mp3's, DVD's, presentations, and gaming! Features a 2 watt digital amp that acts as its own sound card. Uses 2 full range paper cone micro drivers for crystal clear sound. The patented flex design allows you to position the speaker for optimum listening enjoyment. The only product of its kind, the B-Flex has been featured in the New York Times, on ABC News, on Gizmodo, and many others. Makes a great gift! A White unit is also available.

Customer Reviews:

Terrific Little Speaker with Clear, Strong Sound.......2007-09-07

After reading several dozen consumer reviews describing laptop speakers I puchased this one. You simply plug it into your laptop, or USB hub, swivel the gooseneck to position the speaker where you want, and you've got an excellent speaker that fits in a small laptop utility bag.

The only complaint I have is that there is no quick volume control; once you've plugged it into your USB port, it overrides the laptop's volume control "knob". You have to open the volume icon in your Control Panel every time you want to adjust the speaker volume, which can be too slow when you're being blasted by a loud video.

This is not to say that there is anything wrong with the volume modulation in the speaker itself, just that there seems to be a wide volume range across items I view--YouTube, email messages with videos from friends, etc.

If this speaker had a volume control knob it would be perfect!

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR DELL LAPTOPS.......2007-09-02

After several weeks of light, mid-volume use, the speaker stopped working on my Dell Latitude D500 and I began receiving error messages noting a "device malfunction". After trading emails with J-Lab customer service, I was instructed to return the speaker by mail (at my expense) for a refund. The refund I received was 80% of the original purchase price because, according to J-Lab, the device was still "working" upon receipt. The representative handling the return acknowledged that there has, in fact, been a history of compatibility issues with Dell laptops-- in other words, a "working" speaker may not always operate correctly when connected to a Dell laptop. Is trying this speaker on your Dell worth the risk of paying two sets of shipping charges, losing 20% of the purchase price, and spending time emailing representatives and repacking/mailing the device? If not, maybe it's worth considering alternatives.

Are we listening to the same speakers?.......2007-08-08

We bought this speaker for our Gateway M505 Media Laptop on a recent trip. The M505 has reasonable speakers for a laptop, but their volume level isn't quite strong enough for us to be happy--we'd always find ourselves straining to hear dialogue from movies.

From reading the reviews I honestly thought this would solve our problem in a nifty self-contained USB-powered fashion.

For us it didn't.

We found the speakers to be nearly identical to the M505 speakers, and while the B-Flex did give us the tiniest improvement in volume, it wasn't enough to really give us adequate volume, or the "big sound" many reviewers have mentioned. Also, there is no way a speaker the size of these can give the kind of frequency response any level of audiophile would be happy with.

So, who should try out this speaker? If you have standard tinny sounding laptop speakers (the almost nonexistent kind), these will be a big improvement. Also you will like the fact that it is USB powered so no batteries, no cords are needed.

However, having said that, I really think the bottom line is, to get truly better sound, you need to use a powered speaker. I think some of the JBL's may be the way to go.

For cost of these guys, unless you catch them on sale, my advice is to keep looking. We had to return ours. (Thanks to Amazon a really fair & generous return policy).

Definite improvement over stock, and extremely portable.......2007-07-08

My boyfriend bought me this speaker. It is plug-and-play. On my computer, often movies are not loud enough for some reason and with this speaker it's as loud as we could possibly want. Also I can blast my music throughout the house from my laptop - before I could not because it sounded horrible at high volumes.

I'm not much of a sound expert, but I think it sounds pretty good.

Flexible, Mobile & Fierceful .......2007-05-13

Love this laptop speakers!! My laptop speakers suck so much that this little guy just gives me the wonderful sound my laptop deserves!! I highly recommend it!!

Laptop Speakers - USB, Portable, Compact, Travel Speaker for PC and Mac - B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Speaker (White)

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Average sound
Like it so much bought it for a friend.
Works perfectly.
Lots of power in a small package
Cool!

Laptop Speakers - USB, Portable, Compact, Travel Speaker for PC and Mac - B-Flex Hi-Fi Stereo USB Speaker (White)

Manufacturer: JLab Audio
ProductGroup: CE

Product Features:

Plug and play for PC and Mac. Uses only USB power, no wires or batteries!
Easy to use. Incredibly compact and portable. Great for travel!
Produces crystal clear sound with a 2-watt digital amp and 2 high output, full range micro drivers.
Patent pending flexible design allows you to totally customize your listening experience by flexing the speaker into virtually any position.
This amazing gadget was featured in the NY Times, on ABC News, and on virtually every gadget site in the world.

ASIN: B000LJ8TBM

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Customer Reviews:

Average sound.......2007-03-22

Unless your laptop's soundcard is not working, or your speakers are barely hearable I wouldn't recommend this. Odds are your laptop does as much as these speakers.

It is well built, looks resistant and it does a decent job. Do not expect very good quality.

Like it so much bought it for a friend........2007-03-08

I like the sound of mine so much I bought one fo my friend for his birthday. It's not super loud but you can listen to music from your mac, with good quality. Just plug it into your USB port. My friend loves his too. He uses his all the time. Great for travel.

Works perfectly........2007-01-30

Speakers quit working on my laptop and needed something decent and easy - and this is better than that. Good quality considering size and price.

Lots of power in a small package.......2007-01-19

I really thought the reviews for this item were probably a little over-blown, but the speakers have proven me wrong. As someone who primarily uses their laptop on the go, I have been looking for a set of small, easily transportable, decent sounding speakers. These fit into all three categories. I am pleasantly surprised by the fullness of the sound that they put out. If you're strictly an audiophile, you'd be better off investing in a good set of Bose headphones, but if you need something to quickly and efficeintly plug and play so other people can hear what is on your laptop, then you won't find a better buy for your money.

Cool!.......2007-01-13

It was a gift to my daughter and she was thrilled! We were all amazed at
the "out of the box" design and think that the folks at JLab need to expand and create a whole lot of new "out of the box" stuff to make life
easier and more efficient! And, the speaker sounds GREAT!

HP 5188-7537 DVD Writable CD-RW Lightscribe SATA Disk Drive Hitachi-LG GSA-H30L

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HP 5188-7537 DVD Writable CD-RW Lightscribe SATA Disk Drive Hitachi-LG GSA-H30L

Manufacturer: Hitachi-LG
ProductGroup: CE

HP 5188-7537 DVD Writable CD-RW Lightscribe SATA Disk Drive Hitachi-LG GSA-H30L
DRIVE ASSEMBLY : EXCH-DVD+/-R/RW 16X 8XDL 12X RAM LS SATA RSTRD 5188-7537
New part for RX881-69001

ASIN: B000P3JKSU

Product Description

HP 5188-7537 DVD Writable CD-RW Lightscribe SATA Disk Drive Hitachi-LG GSA-H30L Product Specifications: Manufacturer: HP / Hitachi-LG Part# 5188-7537 Model: GSA-H30L Package: OEM Bezel Color: Black

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Poorly constructed

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Do Not Buy 793CH - Very Slow and Doesn't Play All DVD's

DO NOT BUY PHILIPS - WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCTS

I wouldn't...

Philips DVD793CH 5-Disc Progressive-Scan DVD/CD Changer

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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3:2 pull down progressive scan provides a great picture

Parallel component, S-video and composite video outputs

Compatible with DVD-video, VCD/SVCD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 discs

Digital zoom with perfect still functionality

Play exchange lets you swap four discs while a fifth is playing

ASIN: B000068U2N

Product Description

Philips DVD 793C is a 5 Disc Progressive Scan Changer.PRODUCT FEATURES:3:2 Pull down progressive scan;Component, S-Video and Composite Video outputs;Digital Zoom while Play and Zoom while Perfect Still;Digital coaxial and optical outputs: highest quality audio connection;96kHz/24 bit Audio DAC for high quality audio output;3D surround sound for real surround effect on stereo output;Great convenience;5 disc DVD/CD Changer;Plays DVD-Video/VCD/SVCD/MP3-CD/CD-R/CD-RW/CD audio;Play exchange;Parental Control.

Amazon.com Product Description

The DVD793CH offers high-resolution progressive-scan picture quality (for use with high-definition and HD-ready TVs) with the convenience of multi-disc play. The player is compatible with DVD-Video, VCD/SVCD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3-encoded discs. Whether your living room is currently home to an HDTV or you're merely thinking of "someday," the DVD793CH stands ready to deliver the full potential of DVDs. Progressive scanning, referred to as 480p for the number of horizontal lines that compose the video image, creates a picture using twice the scan lines of a conventional DVD picture, providing higher resolution and sharper images while eliminating nearly all motion artifacts.

Top-of-the-line component-video outputs help minimize line scan and digital artifacts on compatible advanced televisions, while composite- and S-video outputs bring compatibility with nearly any television. The back panel offers one output each for composite-video, S-video, and component-video. Play exchange lets you swap four discs while a fifth is playing, and five-disc resume enables you to pick-up where you left off in your five most recently viewed DVDs.

In the audio realm, a single set of left/right analog-audio outputs channel audio to Dolby Pro Logic receivers and stereo televisions. Both Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel surround-sound signals can be routed through the player's coaxial digital-audio output for direct connection to a full-featured audio/video receiver. If you don't have a surround receiver or six-channel speaker setup, you can still make every movie night the ultimate experience: the player simulates surround sound through two speakers (even the stereo speakers on a TV).

Customer Reviews:

Poorly constructed.......2007-03-01

There is apparently a problem with the Philips DVD-793 and the optical disk rotation motor wearing out. The motor eventually wears out and doesn't have enough torque to overcome the initial static friction and start spinning the disc. The player kicks the disk out and displays a "Disc Error" message when in fact it is the player mechanism malfunctioning. Sometimes you can overcome this by using a "Fonzie" and giving the machine a light tap as it's loading.

Mine, (a DVD793CH21) lasted about 3 years, so I suppose I am lucky considering the reviews where people got less than a year of service. It's not feasible or cost effective to attempt to repair the part, so I guess I'll be buying something else. Probably not branded "Philips"

Why such low ratings?.......2006-05-15

I don't get why this mahcine has only a 3 for a rating. It rates much highter than that. Crystal clear picture. If people are complaining about what it doesn't do they are fools. It does everything it says it was do excellently!

Do Not Buy 793CH - Very Slow and Doesn't Play All DVD's.......2004-08-04

I bought Philips 793CH thinking that Philips has a great reputation in making great DVD & CD players, but i got really disappointed as my player most of time doesn't read discs. Sometimes it reads the disk and sometimes it rejects the same disk when entered later. Most of the time i get the display saying "disk error". IT doesn't give the folder names for the MP3 files so you have to look for a perticular song in the list of 150 songs and its doesn't even display the full title of the song as it is limited to less character space only. Although this player has all the fancy outputs including 'component video output', 's-video output', and has optical in and they work great but the bottom line for this player is "ITS NOT WORTH IT"
I still don't have any probs with Philips as a brand cause other DVD players of Philips kicks ass! they just play anything! But this one is a loser!

DO NOT BUY PHILIPS - WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCTS.......2004-07-10

My Philips DVD793CH 5 Disc DVD Player stopped working within a year after I had purchased it. Comes up with a "NO DISC" error and refuses to play discs. Only live customer service personnel you can talk to is a service center in Jamaica - very rude and arrogant !!! No response to letters written to a Philips PO Box address in Miami FL. Used to think Philips was a good company - don't think so anymore. I will NEVER ever buy a PHILIPS product again.

I wouldn't..........2003-11-26

I bought this player for two reasons; first, I was an employee of Philips, and second, the Philips machines seem to play the most formats for DVDs and CDs.

I bought it in December 2002, and in November 2003, all of a sudden, it started saying "no disc" whenever I put in either a DVD or an audio CD. This was after only 10-15 hours of total use!!

So at this point the machine is a boat anchor. They offered me a refurbished one for $60, but I don't feel that I can trust the Philips brand anymore, especially as DVD players keep getting cheaper.

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