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Re: ThinkPad 365 with internal FDD?



At 04:22 PM 2/24/97 +0900, you wrote:
>I am considering to buy an IBM ThinkPad 365. The only feature I don't like
>is that the floppy disk drive is external on models with a CD-ROM. I would
>prefer an internal FDD because I use disks much more often than CDs.
>
>Is it possible to get a ThinkPad 365 with an internal FDD and an external
>(or maybe even swappable) CD-ROM? I thought of buying a ThinkPad without
>CD-ROM and upgrading it later. Would the CD-ROM then be external and how
>much does the upgrade cost?
>

I opted for the 365X (with internal fd) and bought a Panasonic external cd
drive. 
This configuration works well for me because I use disks more often (back
up, file transfers)
and have the cd drive stored at home for installations when I need it. I have no
need to cart a cd player on the road.

The fd is not removeable, therefore not swappable with anything. I bought
the cd player
from PC Connection rather than buying an IBM one because of the prices were
better.
I have had no problem with the external cd player.

Good luck with your decision,

Karen