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Old 12-10-2001, 11:33 AM   #1
athenerx
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dvd/cdwriter


hi!I just install mandrake 8.1 in a Toshiba 3005-S304.
I would like to know how can I configure the dvd/cdwriter combo;
I try to play a movie, but nothing happen.
I want to know if I have to down driver for the dvd/cdwriter combo.
the dvd/cdwriter combo is made by toshiba.
 
Old 12-11-2001, 12:30 AM   #2
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I would imagine that you would set it up to use the scsi/ide emulation layer which would make it /dev/scd0 (probably).

Then just link it to /dev/dvd (which is what most players use)

Code:
ln /dev/scd0 /dev/dvd/ -s
Install a player (I've found Ogle to be more reliable) and off you do.
 
Old 12-13-2001, 11:11 AM   #3
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xine works really well for me,

mplayer works but it is not as good, I don't recomend it.
 
Old 12-13-2001, 11:54 AM   #4
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I just installed ogle, it is the best.


The others don't have the menus.


works great.

 
  


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