I think manufactures should either stock replacement drives for every unit they sell or provide an extra in the box it comes in. The drive is what goes (fails) first in, probably, 99% of these devices. Also, drives are what becomes obsolete (no longer made) on a predictable basis. I tried obtaining a replacement drive for my Oppo 205 the day it arrived. "Sorry sir, those aren't for sale...". Hello people! We're trying to have a civilization here...