You knew that didn't you?
OK, for the most part any model with the same size and interface will do but if you were using a bundled Roxio that app may be tied to that drive. This could confuse the issues so for the uninitiated you replace same with same.
HOWEVER I no longer replace such drives but whip out my USB DVDRW (under 30 bucks) and let them try that. This drive will be useful later on other computers.
Bob
Dell Vostro 220 with the above not working. I will try to clean the lens. If I have to replace it, does it have to be exactly the same as the one that is in there? Or do I have to match anything?

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