Easiest method to install a DVD writer

[Christopher Sean Hilton]

On Thu, 2007-05-03 at 09:40 -0700, dave at transducertech.com wrote:
> Hi, 
> 
> I have a desktop Compaq computer running the latest stable version of 
> FreeBSD. I want to install a DVD writer to use for backups (either internal 
> or USB). Can someone recommend the easiest method to do this by? Is there a 
> list of supported DVD writers for the latest stable version of FreeBSD? I 
> don't want to spend a lot of time configuring it. I just want to install 
> something I know will work, with minimal need for configuration. Also, will 
> I need special software to do the actual writing? If so, what free software 
> works well and is easy to use? Suggestions? Success stories? 
> 

I just picked up a Sony DRX-S50U from Staples on Wednesday. When I
tested it with growisofs and a DVD+RW it worked fine. This is an
external USB unit which is pretty small actually.

-- Chris 
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