to find generics that have similar faceplates to original OEM, so have to spend more to get OEM replacement
http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?lang=en&cc=us&objectID=c01884059&jumpid=reg_R1002_USEN
I have to replace the defective DVD writer on my laptop and I don't know what product to buy.
The original device is HL-DT-ST DVDRAM GSA-T20L from LG, but I can't get one. So I must find an equivalent.
My laptop is an HP Compaq 6720s.
How can I be sure what DVD writer will work on it?

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