A:AnswerThis computer does not have a built in DVD drive. That can be purchased separately and connected via one of the usb ports to accomplish the copy.
A:AnswerYes. The external drive comes with a USB cord that you plug in to a USB slot on your laptop. The external drive will show up as a different component. You can do everything that you did with the internal drive.
A:AnswerI use a Hauppauge converter - play the VHS tables on a VHS player and capture the video using Nero (any product will do for the capture). Hauppauge makes a good reliable product at a good price. Once you've captured it to your hard drive, you can burn to a DVD.