I am currently considering returning a recently-purchased Sony CRX175A and buying a Teac CD-524E. Among other reasons for the switch, I have had severe problems with using the Sony with pktcdvd; although I can read and write files to some extent, it sporadically fails and often leaves the discs unusable save for a reformat afterwards. Has anyone had any experiences, positive or negative, with the Teac CD-524E (CD-RW EIDE, 40x read, 24x record, 10x write), regarding Linux packet writing or in general? This seems to be the most attractive drive available, with support for Mt. Rainier pending a firmware upgrade. Thank you for any advice you can give me. I appreciate your time and effort. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Send your FREE holiday greetings online! http://greetings.yahoo.com