was this actually posted on TC-LUG or did poptix cross-post by mistake? i am using a toshiba dvd+/-rw in a sony usb2 enclosure with no problems, worked fine with xcdroast and i recently switched to k3b because it's a lot less hassle. dvd+r works without a hitch also, as that's the only format i've used in mine. getting the 2.6 set up properly can be a bear sometimes.