slot loading dvd+-rw drives compatible with pcs?

[bobogs]

I was talking with the Apple rep at the local CompUSA, and he mentioned that the iMacs use "just a notebook dvd drive." This got me thinking, are there any recent vintage slot-loading optical drives out there, notebook or desktop form factor, that can be installed in your run of the mill Compaq laptop or Dell desktop?

I found this link in a thread in this forum (http://www.mcetech.com/pbg4dvdr8dl.html), but I couldn't find any info regarding installing the drive in a non-mac.

Anyone know of a slot loading drive for the pc world?

Thanks!
Gary

[Case]

Desktops usually want 1.6" height drives, while laptops need the slim design. While most slot loading drives are slim design, there are exceptions. E.g. the Pioneer DVD-120S is slot loading and full height.