can I replace the dvd burner myself

[4now]

Can I replace a dying DVD burner myself

G5 Dual-core tower Late 2005 2.0 GHz

if so how

& which one would I buy

or is an external the better option??


thanks

 

[TEG]

Just use any PATA DVD Burner.

TEG

 

[4now]

will I need to take the front plate off ?

if so how is it done

 

[4now]

am I supposed to remove the front plate from the tray
and the panel
so that the new DVD drive will fit?

 

[supercooled]

will I need to take the front plate off ?

if so how is it done

Use common sense on this.

 

[iCheddar]

Just follow this guide, the process shouldn't take but 5 minutes.

 

[4now]

thanks iC