Asking about PC gaming for a beginner.
Asking about PC gaming for a beginner.
You're just starting with PC gaming and owning an MSI GS70 laptop. You're wondering about using an external optical drive with a 3.0 USB connector. Most modern games can run without needing the disk constantly, but some older titles might require it for installation. If you do need to insert the disc during play, a 3.0 USB optical drive should work fine and won't be too slow compared to an internal drive. It should handle the task smoothly enough for a smooth gaming experience.
And if you ever had concerns about the USB 3.0 connection to the external DVD reader, don't worry. It performs quickly enough for any task you give it.
The disc typically contains only installation files. After installing it on your hard drive, you can run the game normally. Most titles no longer needed a CD around 2007. I haven’t seen a game in years that required one. USB optical drives function perfectly, and ASUS offers some excellent options.
Typically, the code is found in the game box on the appropriate platform, such as BF4, where you can redeem it on Origin and download it if needed.
Thanks for all the guidance, I was planning to return the laptop due to this, but now I feel more confident. My next move is to purchase a reliable external 3.0 USB OTG device, as some of you recommended I should consider. You can review the details if you're interested. The specifications are as follows: Processor Sharkbay Intel Core i7-4710HQ 2.5GHz - 3.5GHz, 4 cores, 16GB DDR3 memory at 1600MHz (maximum), expandable to 16GB, 2 x SODIMM slots. Hard drive: 1TB SATA HDD at 7200rpm, 128GB SSD, no optical drive. Operating system: Windows 8.1 64bit. Display: 17.3" Full HD, LED backlight, anti-glare LCD. Graphics: nVidia GeForce GTX 970M with 3GB GDDR5, audio via Dynaudio, premium speakers, subwoofer, microphone input, keyboard and touchpad. Networking: E2200 LAN card, 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds, wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0. Size: 418mm wide, 287mm long, 21.8mm high, 2.66kg. Connectors: 4 x USB 3.0 ports, 1 HDMI port (v1.4), 2 x Mini Display Ports (v1.2), 1 x mic jack, 1 x headphone jack, 1 x line in, 1 x line out, and 1 x LAN card reader. Warranty covers 2 years. Full HD at 30fps@1080p.
Ensure your laptop gets plenty of fresh air while gaming. Overheating parts often cause lag, so a cooling pad is a practical choice if you can find one affordable. It not only helps with cooling but also improves the angle of your display when using an external keyboard.