This article contains the following PowerBook G3 Series frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding DVD, CD-ROM, and the hard drive, with answers to those questions.

Note that they pertain to the PowerBook G3 Series models that were released in September, 1998.

1. Can I play a DVD movie on the PowerBook G3?

2. How fast is the DVD-ROM drive?

3. Can I use it in my older PowerBook?

4. Will a CD play in the DVD-ROM module?

5. How fast is the CD-ROM drive?

6. Can I use the CD-ROM drive with any other PowerBook?

7. Who makes the hard disk drives?

8. What sizes do the hard disk drives come in?

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Answer : Yes. There is a new configuration of the PowerBook G3 Series that has DVD-ROM and DVD-Video capability. This accessory (the PowerBook DVD-Video Kit) can also be purchased to extend this capability to any PowerBook G3 Series computer with a TFT display or external monitor. Currently only available in North America.

Question 2 : How fast is the DVD-ROM drive?

Answer : The DVD-ROM drive is 1.5x DVD speed and 12x CD speed (maximum) and it is a second-generation drive.

Question 3 : Can I use it in my older PowerBook?

Answer : No, it will not work or fit into any previous PowerBook. You can attach an external DVD-ROM drive to previous PowerBook systems through the SCSI port. You will need Mac OS 8 for driver support.

Question 4 : Will a CD play in the DVD-ROM module?

Answer : Yes. Because we have chosen a second-generation DVD-ROM drive, you can play CD, CDi, and CD-R discs.

Question 5 : How fast is the CD-ROM drive?

Answer : The CD-ROM drive speed is 20x (maximum).

Question 6 : Can I use the CD-ROM drive with any other PowerBook?

Answer : No, it will not fit into the expansion bay of any other PowerBook.

Question 7 : Who makes the hard disk drives?

Answer : We do not reveal the names of our commodities vendors.

Question 8 : What sizes do the hard disk drives come in?

Answer : The hard disk drives come in three sizes: 2GB, 4GB, and 8GB.

Note : Macintosh PowerBook G3 Series computers should not be confused with Macintosh PowerBook G3 computers. Though the names are similar, there are significant differences. For more information differentiating between the computers, read article 24604: " PowerBook G3, G3 Series: Identifying Different Versions "