Replacement DVD drive - broken Mashita drive

Hi,
I have a broken Mashita DVD burner, probably the UJ-845-B (I already removed it), but this one is no longer available. I'm looking for a replacement internal Drive. I've seen people using Pioneer, Sony and other types of Mashita DVD burners, but usually with other iMacs.
I've got some questions:
1. What DVD burners are compatible with my iMac G5.
2. If I install a newer model Mashita will I need to update firmware and where can I get it (or does Apple provide it)
3. Other things I need to take into consideration before buying a new one
Thanks,
Eric

Hi,
Just some info on my own question:
I purchased a NEC/Sony Optiarc AD-7633A. I removed the old Mashita ( "How-To" documentation can be found on Apple's website) and then replaced the bezel (front side where CD/DVD's go in) from the Optiarc with the old one from Mashita. Some simple cutting of little clips is necessary to make things fit well. Place things back and works like a charm.
No updating of Firmware necessary and the Apple immediately recognizes the DVD drive
Good luck for all of you who need to replace their own Superdrive.
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