Is it possible to install games through a removable DVD drive connected via USB?

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Is it possible to install games through a removable DVD drive connected via USB?

Is it possible to install games through a removable DVD drive connected via USB?

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Barney_420
Member

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09-07-2016, 03:06 PM

#1

Hello,

I’m curious about installing games using a separate DVD drive. I've discovered it's feasible, however certain titles necessitate the disc being present during gameplay, which isn’t compatible with USB connections. Therefore, my inquiry is this: Is there a method to enjoy these games without the physical disc, avoiding potentially unreliable software? Specifically, I’m interested in playing GTA V online and am concerned that utilizing a workaround might be flagged as illegitimate due to security concerns. I also lack sufficient storage space to download the game, necessitating purchase of the physical version. However, I'm considering connecting the game to Steam and utilizing Steam as my primary launching platform.

Thank you for your assistance.

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Barney_420

09-07-2016, 03:06 PM #1

Hello,

I’m curious about installing games using a separate DVD drive. I've discovered it's feasible, however certain titles necessitate the disc being present during gameplay, which isn’t compatible with USB connections. Therefore, my inquiry is this: Is there a method to enjoy these games without the physical disc, avoiding potentially unreliable software? Specifically, I’m interested in playing GTA V online and am concerned that utilizing a workaround might be flagged as illegitimate due to security concerns. I also lack sufficient storage space to download the game, necessitating purchase of the physical version. However, I'm considering connecting the game to Steam and utilizing Steam as my primary launching platform.

Thank you for your assistance.

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Dralock
Member

81

09-10-2016, 02:12 PM

#2

Using numerous open-source programs, you can generate an ISO image from any drive and then seamlessly integrate it within Windows, causing the system to recognize it as a physical disc. For many games, Steam allows you to activate a disk-based version using a key or code—eliminating the requirement for the original disc to be present during subsequent play sessions.

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Dralock

09-10-2016, 02:12 PM #2

Using numerous open-source programs, you can generate an ISO image from any drive and then seamlessly integrate it within Windows, causing the system to recognize it as a physical disc. For many games, Steam allows you to activate a disk-based version using a key or code—eliminating the requirement for the original disc to be present during subsequent play sessions.

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ImTeegah
Junior Member

32

09-10-2016, 02:24 PM

#3

Using numerous open-source tools, you can generate an ISO image from any storage device and then seamlessly integrate it into Windows, making the system perceive it as a physical disc. For numerous games, Steam allows activation of an ISO-based version utilizing a key or code—thereafter eliminating the requirement for the physical disc to be present during gameplay.

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ImTeegah

09-10-2016, 02:24 PM #3

Using numerous open-source tools, you can generate an ISO image from any storage device and then seamlessly integrate it into Windows, making the system perceive it as a physical disc. For numerous games, Steam allows activation of an ISO-based version utilizing a key or code—thereafter eliminating the requirement for the physical disc to be present during gameplay.

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El_Kevin_
Junior Member

10

09-16-2016, 07:46 AM

#4

Awesome! That's exactly what I was looking for, but just didn't know that the games themselves have this option readily available. The Steam option that is.

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El_Kevin_

09-16-2016, 07:46 AM #4

Awesome! That's exactly what I was looking for, but just didn't know that the games themselves have this option readily available. The Steam option that is.

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banshee45
Senior Member

726

09-17-2016, 09:15 PM

#5

It’s been a long time since I've encountered or utilized it, considering my workflow is entirely digital. However, it was definitely a component of their past offerings and I find it hard to believe this feature has vanished, especially with the increased frequency of downloadable content and the decline in DVD drive usage.
EDIT:
The disc is solely for installation purposes; it has no bearing on starting the game, as you require an active login to Rockstar’s launcher.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/856909-is-th...pc-version

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banshee45

09-17-2016, 09:15 PM #5

It’s been a long time since I've encountered or utilized it, considering my workflow is entirely digital. However, it was definitely a component of their past offerings and I find it hard to believe this feature has vanished, especially with the increased frequency of downloadable content and the decline in DVD drive usage.
EDIT:
The disc is solely for installation purposes; it has no bearing on starting the game, as you require an active login to Rockstar’s launcher.
https://gtaforums.com/topic/856909-is-th...pc-version