How to get a cd or external to show up on desktop

just purchased a new mac pro and i'm noticing that when i load a dvd it doesnt mount on desktop. i have to go into finder and select the dvd from there.
how can i change the settings so my exteral HD and and dvd/cd's show up on desktop?
thanks

Finder menu - Preferences - General - tick everything.
Matt

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