HTPC Optical Drive
July 18, 2008 · Filed Under Suggested Hardware · Comment
If you just want a standard DVD playback, a DVD rewritable drive can be had for around $25 and all do a decent job. Generally Asus
As Blu-ray is now the official standard for HD content, there is no reason to buy a HD drive. If you already have a large collection of HD DVDs, LG makes combo Blu-Ray readers and writers, that also play HD DVDs, such as the LG GGW-H20L Blu-Ray / HD Combo
If you are after a Blu-Ray DVD player, there are a few different types. Just be aware that as Blu-Ray is still new technology, Blu-Ray players are currently quite expensive, and they are constantly bringing out newer, faster and cheaper models. Read more