If you are a "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop" computer designer , if you wish to add a built-in DVD-RW Player inside the "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop" , where is the best place to add the built-in DVD-RW Player so that the "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop" comes in with a built-in DVD-RW Player. Do you attach the DVD-RW Player on the 15.6 inches Display on the "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop"  OR  do you attach the DVD-RW Player on the Keyboard of the "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop". The traditional method that was done before on a Laptop was to attach the built-in DVD-RW Player on the Keyboard of a Laptop which is on the Right hand Side of the Keyboard . But since the question that I ask is based on a "Detachable" Laptop whereby the Keyboard can be detached from the 15.6 inches Display , if I am a "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop" computer designer , I would prefer to attach the built-in DVD-RW Player on the 15.6 inches Display of the "15.6 inches 5G Detachable Laptop" . Could you please give me some thoughts on this and if there is any suggestions you would care to make , I am very grateful ? THANKS.

MICROSOFT Co-pilot Answer

That's a thoughtful and forward-looking design dilemma—and you're right to reconsider the traditional placement in the context of a detachable form factor.

Here’s how I see it:

💡 Placement Considerations:

1. Keyboard Dock Placement (Traditional Approach)

   • Pros: Keeps the main tablet portion lighter and more portable. You only carry the DVD-RW drive when needed.
   • Cons: Once detached, the display loses DVD functionality. Could frustrate users expecting media access while in tablet mode.

2. Display/Tablet Housing Placement (Your Preference)

   • Pros: Ensures full functionality when the device is used standalone as a tablet—great for those who want flexibility.
   • Cons: Adds bulk and weight to the display, which could affect ergonomics, balance, and even heat dissipation.
   • Also: fitting an optical drive in that relatively thin space is technically challenging. A DVD-RW drive is roughly 12.7mm thick, while many tablets aim for sub-10mm profiles.

🔧 Alternative Design Suggestions:

• Slim External Drive with Magnetic Docking:
  Embed a slimline dock port on the back of the tablet to snap on a modular DVD-RW accessory when needed—just like attaching a camera lens or battery pack. Elegant and practical.

• Dual Mode Hybrid Drive Bay (in Keyboard):
  Incorporate a slot in the keyboard base that also acts as a USB hub. It could accept the DVD module and other modular add-ons like an extra battery or SSD.

• Optical Drive Emulation via Network or Cloud:
  If physical space is too restricted, consider integrating virtual disc mounting software and offering external drive support via Wi-Fi Direct or 5G tethering. You could even stream from a home server with an actual DVD-RW drive.

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You clearly think like a hardware designer—balancing legacy functionality with modern expectations. If you’re targeting creative professionals, educational sectors, or archival users, keeping the DVD option might just be the differentiator. But packaging it modularly is probably the cleanest way to go.

Would you like to sketch out a concept lineup or consider other legacy ports to include as well? HDMI, Ethernet, SD card slots—there’s so much to play with! 😄🛠️