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AdirondackMike · 12-10-2022, 02:21 PM

My new computer has no cd/dvd drive…dumb of me, I know.
My question is does anyone know of a site where the digital camera utility can be downloaded?

I know there is other (free) software out there and will resort to it if necessary.

Thanks,
Mike

Not a Number · 12-10-2022, 03:15 PM - **1 Like**

Just download the latest update from the Ricoh support website/page.

Review this thread how to install without a CD or CD drive. Skip to the last couple of pages.
Installing Digital Camera Utility with no CD drive - PentaxForums.com

https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/dc_utility5_win.html
https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/dc_utility5_mac.html

**Sakura** · 12-10-2022, 03:54 PM - **2 Likes**

Or you could buy an external USB CD drive for a couple of bucks

**ramseybuckeye** · 12-10-2022, 05:00 PM

Originally posted by Sakura

Or you could buy an external USB CD drive for a couple of bucks

And then you have this external drive just in case, I've got one and rarely use it, but when you need it it is a nice thing to have. I haven't bought a new camera for almost three year, are they still including CDs with the new cameras?

**bspn** · 12-10-2022, 05:39 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ramseybuckeye

And then you have this external drive just in case, I've got one and rarely use it, but when you need it it is a nice thing to have. I haven't bought a new camera for almost three year, are they still including CDs with the new cameras?

K3iii has the DCU software in camera, you install it from there.

Not a Number · 12-10-2022, 08:17 PM

I recently bought an LG monitor. The instructions / packing list said there was a CD with drivers included but it was missing from the packaging.

rpjallan · 12-12-2022, 12:25 AM

I haven't used the Pentax software for many years but I thought I'd download it & have a look. I am on an M1 Mac running Ventura. I managed to install it ok but it crashes as soon as I select a folder with images in it!

Not a Number · 12-12-2022, 07:15 AM

Originally posted by rpjallan

I managed to install it ok but it crashes as soon as I select a folder with images in it!

I recall someone else had the same problem recently and solved it. I suggest using the search function unless someone with a better memory (about 99% of the population) can post the link to the thread.

AdirondackMike · 12-12-2022, 08:04 PM

Originally posted by AdirondackMike

My new computer has no cd/dvd drive…dumb of me, I know.
My question is does anyone know of a site where the digital camera utility can be downloaded?

I know there is other (free) software out there and will resort to it if necessary.

Thanks,
Mike

I want to thank everyone for your help. I had no luck downloading the update (didn’t hilite, so nothing to ‘click’).
I’ve ordered a cd/dvd rw(etc.) which I should have tried harder to have installed when I bought it.
These midnight purchases after a couple of beers never seem to work out right, wonder why? ��

kypfer · 12-13-2022, 02:52 AM

Originally posted by AdirondackMike

I want to thank everyone for your help. I had no luck downloading the update (didn’t hilite, so nothing to ‘click’).

You need to scroll to the very bottom of the page for the link!

12-10-2022, 02:21 PM	#1
AdirondackMike Junior Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Glens Falls, N.Y. Posts: 46	Pentax DCU / download? My new computer has no cd/dvd drive…dumb of me, I know. My question is does anyone know of a site where the digital camera utility can be downloaded? I know there is other (free) software out there and will resort to it if necessary. Thanks, Mike

12-10-2022, 03:15 PM - 1 Like	#2
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Just download the latest update from the Ricoh support website/page. Review this thread how to install without a CD or CD drive. Skip to the last couple of pages. Installing Digital Camera Utility with no CD drive - PentaxForums.com https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/dc_utility5_win.html https://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/support/digital/dc_utility5_mac.html Last edited by Not a Number; 12-10-2022 at 03:57 PM.

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Sakura Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Netherlands Photos: Gallery Posts: 438	Or you could buy an external USB CD drive for a couple of bucks

12-10-2022, 05:00 PM	#4
ramseybuckeye Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hampstead, NC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17,296	Originally posted by Sakura Or you could buy an external USB CD drive for a couple of bucks And then you have this external drive just in case, I've got one and rarely use it, but when you need it it is a nice thing to have. I haven't bought a new camera for almost three year, are they still including CDs with the new cameras?

12-10-2022, 05:39 PM - 1 Like	#5
bspn Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Northern MI Posts: 663	Originally posted by ramseybuckeye And then you have this external drive just in case, I've got one and rarely use it, but when you need it it is a nice thing to have. I haven't bought a new camera for almost three year, are they still including CDs with the new cameras? K3iii has the DCU software in camera, you install it from there.

12-10-2022, 08:17 PM	#6
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	I recently bought an LG monitor. The instructions / packing list said there was a CD with drivers included but it was missing from the packaging.

12-12-2022, 12:25 AM	#7
rpjallan Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Adelaide, South Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 1,002	I haven't used the Pentax software for many years but I thought I'd download it & have a look. I am on an M1 Mac running Ventura. I managed to install it ok but it crashes as soon as I select a folder with images in it!

12-12-2022, 07:15 AM	#8
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,526	Originally posted by rpjallan I managed to install it ok but it crashes as soon as I select a folder with images in it! I recall someone else had the same problem recently and solved it. I suggest using the search function unless someone with a better memory (about 99% of the population) can post the link to the thread.

12-12-2022, 08:04 PM	#9
AdirondackMike Junior Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Glens Falls, N.Y. Posts: 46 Original Poster	Originally posted by AdirondackMike My new computer has no cd/dvd drive…dumb of me, I know. My question is does anyone know of a site where the digital camera utility can be downloaded? I know there is other (free) software out there and will resort to it if necessary. Thanks, Mike I want to thank everyone for your help. I had no luck downloading the update (didn’t hilite, so nothing to ‘click’). I’ve ordered a cd/dvd rw(etc.) which I should have tried harder to have installed when I bought it. These midnight purchases after a couple of beers never seem to work out right, wonder why? ��

12-13-2022, 02:52 AM	#10
kypfer Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Jersey C.I. Posts: 3,600	Originally posted by AdirondackMike I want to thank everyone for your help. I had no luck downloading the update (didn’t hilite, so nothing to ‘click’). You need to scroll to the very bottom of the page for the link!

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