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DVD Drives - {Tray/Slot Load} {Internal/External} Whats your Opinion??

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As the time slowly approaches for me to build my HTPC, I have a question in regards to DVD drives.. My question is what drives out there is everyone using internal/external drives? Are the Slot/Tray loaders? Has anyone seen sound differences from either type?


Just wanted to get some info/opinions..


Thanks



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Internal slot loader from Pioneer has 'cool' factor going for it. That is what I am using with the Pioneer speed utililty to quiet it down.


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I have a Pioneer slot loader as well. I like it much better than the normal tray operated drives.
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I'll throw in another vote for the Pioneer. I have that unit in my HTPC. I have a Liteon in my regular PC which is fine also and complement the two with a Sony DRX-500ULX external for burning capabilities.



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I'm in the same situation in deciding which type to go with. The issue with slot loading drive is... dust, isn't it? This would not be a problem if you have a case with a door for the external bays. But then, you now have to deal with the door.
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In the slot loaders there's a piece of fabric in the slot entrance, that blocks it so that dust doesn't enter.

And when inserting a disc it gets wiped off too.
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I have the Pioneer DVD-117 tray drive and love it. Super Quiet! In Black.


I do have a new beige one still in the bag if you are interested. send me a PM.


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Wow thanks guys, sounds like the Pio Slot loader is the way to go.. I will give it a shot!!


Thanks for all of your input!



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