Computer Geeks has the Acer 16x DVD tray-loading drive for $79. This is a rebadged Pioneer, has a one year warranty, and is refurbished....
Best online price (Pricewatch) was $73, but shipping "starts at $11.95" and does not include DVD decoding software, driver disc, or cables. Use the 10-percent Mastercard Exclusives discount (here) and get the drive for $71.10 plus shipping $6.00 UPS ground (to Mississippi) for a total of $77.10 delivered....
edit - they have 53 in-stock as of 0930 (CST)....
Best online price (Pricewatch) was $73, but shipping "starts at $11.95" and does not include DVD decoding software, driver disc, or cables. Use the 10-percent Mastercard Exclusives discount (here) and get the drive for $71.10 plus shipping $6.00 UPS ground (to Mississippi) for a total of $77.10 delivered....
edit - they have 53 in-stock as of 0930 (CST)....