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> Just a quick question: Does anyone know if the Microtech PCMCIA CD drive
> works under Linux? I can't find anything about it in the PCMCIA docs, but
> then again all of the listed ones there are pretty old and not findable
> anymore ;) Also, if it's not, anyone have any suggestions for slightly
> newer ones that might be supported?
>
> Thanks,
>
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I recommend the Addonics cdrom. It does not require a power source
other than via the PCMCIA slot. This is a major advantage.
They come in many speeds, and have a street price between $120-200.
I got mine a J&R in New York.
Jont
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