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Lillj
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Q: Replace DVD Burner

How do I replace my DVD burner in my IMac 2009?

iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.3)

Posted on Feb 16, 2012 3:44 PM

by Silly rabbit,Solvedanswer
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My 20 cents worth. Don't replace the internal drive! They are finicky and slow! You are better off buying a good quality external optical drive. They are much more versatile and accept a wider range of branded discs. It will also be cheaper and a lot less hassle.

 

Here is a short list of options to get you started: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/firewire/optical-drives/

Posted on Feb 16, 2012 5:11 PM

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  • by rkaufmann87,Helpful

    rkaufmann87 rkaufmann87 Feb 16, 2012 4:05 PM in response to Lillj
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    Feb 16, 2012 4:05 PM in response to Lillj

    If you plan on doing it yourself visit www.ifixit.com for detailed instructions. However if you don't feel you are up to doing it yourself simply take the machine into your local Apple Store or AASP for service. If the machine is covered by AppleCare then call AppleCare as this repair would definitely be covered.

  • by Silly rabbit,Solvedanswer

    Silly rabbit Silly rabbit Feb 16, 2012 5:11 PM in response to Lillj
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    Feb 16, 2012 5:11 PM in response to Lillj

    My 20 cents worth. Don't replace the internal drive! They are finicky and slow! You are better off buying a good quality external optical drive. They are much more versatile and accept a wider range of branded discs. It will also be cheaper and a lot less hassle.

     

    Here is a short list of options to get you started: http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/firewire/optical-drives/