Satellite A100-646 - New DVD replacement drive

Hi all,
I need to replace the dvd unit of my laptop.
I'm looking for a sparepart on the web, bat i don't find anything.
Somebody can suggest me were buy a dvd drive compatible?
I write from italy.
thanks
Regards

Hey,
Important is that you buy a compatible CD/DVD drive because not all drives are compatible with all notebooks.
In your user manual you should find a list of compatible drives that you should check. These drives are pretested and will work/fit.
If you search with Google you will find some online shops where you can buy it I think. Alternative you can also ask an authorized service provider directly, the guys know what drive is compatible:
http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com > Support & Downloads > Find an authorized service provider
Good luck! :)

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Model to suggest me?
Thanks a lot.
Regards
Fabrizio

Hi!
In your case I would only choose a DVD drive from the list of the user manual. Otherwise the drive could not work and/or recognized.
By the way, if you have lost your user manual you can download it on the Toshiba website:
http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com
You can also look on eBay for a second hand drive. Maybe there you can find a good offer.
Bye

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Access the device manager and remove the CD/DVD drive from the list.
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I have the recovery dvd but is damaged and i can't restore the laptop to the default manufacture setting
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This with upload will not work so I recommend you to obtain Microsoft installation disc for operating system installation.
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5..no..6. Thanking me and giving me your first born.. ;)
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>because it's not good answer that Linux is not recommended for Toshiba.
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