Should I use a USB drive

[groovemaster1]

I flashed my lite-on DVDRW SOHW-832S VSOB to VSOE & it can't read most of my old CD's. It does a great job burning but can't read good.
I have a dell 2100 (one 5.25' bay)
So I'm considering getting an external CD or DVD ROM drive
How do these drives get their power? (I have a 145W PSU DELL)
Are their transfer rates good?
Tell me about them if U own one or know some who owns one. I'd really appreciate it!

Thanks!!!

[mrmister1]

Most external drives get their power from an outlet.

I would go with a Sony drive as they are very reliable.

[groovemaster1]

What about transfer rates???
I think a DVD ROM will not rip audio CD's as fast as a CD ROM, but I can use the DVD to copy DVD's :rolleyes:

[mrmister1]

Are you asking if you can copy the DVDs from the external drive to the burner?

You should be able to if you just make a copy of the disk.