HDMI audio issues with your Dell Inspiron 1525 running Windows 7?

Many of us have used our Dell Inspiron 1525 to its fullest capabilities.  And, if you've been reading this blog, some of us are deciding to upgrade certain hardware and software.  But there are always issues that peg our patience... HDMI audio not functioning properly is one of them for me. Until now!

Upgrading the Dell Inspiron 1525 to 801.11n Wireless

A major shift toward 801.11n has pushed manufacturers to adapt to a better wireless band.  Compared to Wireless-B/G, Wireless-N has nearly double the range and almost 3 times the data transfer rate.  So it's a no-brainer to upgrade any platform that is capable.  Thankfully, the Dell Inspiron 1525 is capable. Details after the break

Slot Loading CD/DVD-RW install in the Dell Inspiron 1525

I'm probably not alone in thinking that the CD/DVD tray installed on the Dell Inspiron 1525 is horrible.  With age, it becomes flimsy and sometimes unresponsive.  Even to the point of ejecting the tray completely at will.  I felt a slot loading drive would be the solution, but could never find a site or anyone who has tried to perform the modification.  I decided to try it myself.  And as you'll see, Dell should have made this type of CD/DVD drive standard.  And if you use the SuperDrive like I have you'll retain drive speeds and Dual-Layer burn/read.