Blu-ray drive

[rampage]

I have just built a HTPC and i am looking at adding a blu-ray ROM drive, what are some things to look out for when buying blu-ray drives and what drive would you suggest and why..

I have to be honist the cheaper the better

[CrackerJack]

What are the specs for the HTPC?

[ktr]

His specs are on his signature.

One plus on your rig is that you board has HDCP, a major component in HD viewing.

It really doesn't matter which BR-Rom you get, they all should do the same function. Sony, LG, Pioneer, and Lite-on are all good companies.

[thoughtdisorder]

LG makes a decent one. See this link.....

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136137

[thoughtdisorder]

Here's another, slightly cheaper.....

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136133

[ktr]

The guy is in Australia, and newegg does not ship internationally.

[rampage]

yeah thanks guys, i forgot to mention i was in australia, but if lite-on is a decent brand i can get a basic blu-ray ROM for $156 aussie

http://www.hboutlet.com.au/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=5_112_2410&products_id=195738

4xBLU-RAY READ,12xDVD-R,8xDVD-RW,32xCDRW

otherwise im looking at the $190>200 + for anything else

[ktr]

4x read is pretty good, go for it.

[thoughtdisorder]

4x read is pretty good, go for it.

+1. That's a better price than we can get it in the US. Like ktr said, go for it! :toast: