Thread: How Do I Check If DVD Writer Is Original

recently i ordered a dvd writer
so the computer guy brought me samsung dvd writer
the problem is there was no box for dvd writer also no user manual
I feel either this might be second hand or a Chinese duplicate piece

You can confirm it in the Device Manager. It clearly mentions the make and model of the Optical Drive under the DVD/CD-ROM Drives.

if it works prefect its original.just kidding.


Good answer itsmemad device manager displays names of devices.

And how to find out if it's second hand or not ?

I don't trust computer mechanics.

If you don't have some knowledge about computer hardware, it's best to buy branded computer/parts. Check some online review websites or forums for guidance before buying any hardware/software. And buy them yourself.

Originally Posted by Archer

And how to find out if it's second hand or not ?

I don't trust computer mechanics.

If you don't have some knowledge about computer hardware, it's best to buy branded computer/parts. Check some online review websites or forums for guidance before buying any hardware/software. And buy them yourself.

yeah they r not to be trusted unless extremely needed.

Ask him to give its box and user manual or take it back(if he agrees).

But i came accross large number of DVD writers in Nehru Place Delhi(Asia's biggest hardware market) which are without box both from Sony & Samsung these are knows as OEM models and they are selleing on reputed shops. Although they do have boxed versions which are Rs 200- Rs 250 costlier then OEM one.

yes, OEM ones are cheaper. I friend had got a Bluray rom for Rs3000 from Nehru Place, don't know if it is really a bluray rom....
OEM ones do not come with box or any disc...

BD-ROM @ Rs. 3000 is a great deal.

To test, buy a Blu_ray disc.

Originally Posted by just4kix

BD-ROM @ Rs. 3000 is a great deal.

To test, buy a Blu_ray disc.

and that itself costs Rs3000

If you have a friend in US who is arriving, you can order from him via Amazon. On Amazon, BD's are only $20 or so.

Originally Posted by just4kix

If you have a friend in US who is arriving, you can order from him via Amazon. On Amazon, BD's are only $20 or so.

Man $20!
thats crazy!$20=Rs 1K!
Thanks for the info!

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