Here's a short list.
1. Power down. Some didn't!
2. Follow the directions. Maybe read them before starting the install.
3. After the CDROM is out, see what setting the Master, Slave or Cable Select is set to. Could be marked as MA, SL and CS.
4. Set the DVD drive to what the CDROM was.
5. Install the DVD drive in the same slot and connections.
Install the DVD player software and it should just work.
BEWARE that DVD playback can require some 500 and up MHz CPU and that your machine be in great shape with no clogged or failed FANS and the video and audio drivers are up to date for the OS in question. The Microsoft "Driver Update" button can't be used for driver updates since it's just a demo.
Bob
Hi-Newbie here-
I just added memory to my PC and am getting ready to replace my CD drive with a DVD drive. I am nervous!
Any advice or potential problems to lookout for?
Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Darla

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