How Do You Buy A CD-ROM Drive?
For the last several years, most desktop computers have come with CD-ROM drives. If you’re adding a drive to an older computer, make especially sure the computer fulfills the drive’s system requirements. CD-ROM drives can be internal (inside the computer) or external. Make note of your computer’s processor type and speed, the amount of installed RAM and the amount of available hard disk space. Make sure your computer has a floppy drive, a sound card and speakers. If your computer does not have a sound card, you can buy it with the CD-ROM drive. The computer must have an available expansion bay if you wish to add an internal CD drive. Check the minimum system requirements of CD-ROM drives. If your computer’s specifications fall short, the drive will not work in your computer. Compare features – you might want a headphone jack, an external volume control or software that is bundled with a particular drive. After narrowing your choices, make your buying decision on price and performance.
