Question 1

Will it fit my Toshiba Satellite C55D-A5381 laptop?

Accepted Answer

I very much doubt it since the drive is a full size 51/2" drive meant for a desktop or tower case.  Don't know why the description says half-height, that is not the LiteOn iHAS324-17 I have, and I double checked the model number on the box and the unit.  It is, however, a good drive and burns DVDs quite well.

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Question 2

will this drive work with windows 7 64bit or 32 bit ??

Accepted Answer

It worked for me in win 7 and also did fine when I updated to win 10. I'm running 64  bit.

Question 3

I don't have  SATA interface. is it a problem?

Accepted Answer

The Interface is the means by which a device connects to the system.  If your computer does not support SATA, find out what your system supports and purchase devices with that type of interface.

Question 4

Is this item compatible with Windows 10?

Accepted Answer

I have not installed one of these on a Windows 10 machine, yet.  It is plain DVD drive, though, and it should function as it does in any other version of Windows.  Typically, no drivers other than the default Windows drivers are needed.

Question 5

is this a PATA hookup?

Accepted Answer

Clearly states SATA in specifications. PATA is outdated.

Question 6

Does it come with a SATA cable?

Accepted Answer

No it does not, but if it did it would be really small, data cables are so affordable, you should buy extras, long ones at lest 2 feet long, just to have them.

Question 7

Is this Dual Layer compatible for writing?

Accepted Answer

Are you talking dual layer for regular DVD, or double layer for Blu Ray DVD? Dual layer for regular yes, double layer for Blu Ray I think so but not for sure.

Question 8

?will this unit work in an ACER ASPIRE desktop x1430 ?

Accepted Answer

It fits any normal desktop case. I took a quick look at the ASPIRE desktop x1430 and It looks normal. I'm sure it will fit.

Question 9

will this device work with the connection I have?

Accepted Answer

If you are using sata cables you should be fine. If your. Computer came with windows 7 or newer its safe to say your tower will accept it, giving you have space, and sata power sourse on the power supply.newegg sells molex to sata adapters as well if needed.

Question 10

I have this drive and it worked a while with win 10 and quit. when I put in a cd it opens and asks for a cd. What are any steps that can be taken to get the drive working in windows 10?

Accepted Answer

1st disconnect the SATA cable from the unit or Motherboard. Do not reconnect yet, then reboot your computer. Once your computer re starts see if the DVD drive appears in "this computer' it shouldn't be cause its still disconnected. If its not there shut the computer down. Reconnect the DVD drive and restart your computer. Be sure both the power cable from the power supply and the SATA cable are both securely connected to the DVD drive. Also try a DVD or another type of CD. If problem persist you may need a new drive.

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