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Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD+/-RW Drive
Enhance your digital experience with the Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD+/-RW Drive. This sleek, portable drive offers a convenient way to play and burn CDs and DVDs on your laptop or desktop. It's powered directly via USB, eliminating the need for extra cables or batteries. The included CyberLink Media Suite simplifies disc creation and playback, while M-Disc support ensures your important data is archived for the long term. Its slim profile and lightweight design make it an ideal companion for modern notebooks, perfect for use at home, in the office, or while traveling.
$39.96
Owner Satisfaction
3.9
/ 5
Category Rank
143
/ 167
#143 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
-69%
Below average
Device Type
DVD±RW drive - external
/ DVD±RW drive - external
Who it's for
- Ultra-Portable Design
- Single-Cable USB Power
- Broad Media Support
Who should skip it
- Limited Write Speed
- No Blu-ray Support
- Integrated Cable Design
Key Specs
Device Type
DVD±RW drive - external
Interface
USB 2.0
Weight
7.05 oz (0.2 kg)
Height
0.6 in
Width
5.4 in
Depth
5.7 in
Supported Formats
DVD±RW, CD-RW, DVD-RAM
Power Source
USB Powered
Features
- Plug and play disc burning and playing
- Slim and highly portable design
- USB powered, no batteries needed
- Includes CyberLink Media Suite software
- M-Disc Ready for archival storage
- Streamlined design complements modern notebooks
- Fast DVD read and write speeds
- 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty
What customers say
This Dell external DVD drive earns praise primarily for its exceptional ease of use and consistent reliability. Users appreciate the straightforward plug and play setup, making it instantly functional for installing software or playing media. Its slim, compact design is highly valued, offering excellent portability for modern laptops lacking internal drives. While the plastic build feels somewhat lightweight, the device reliably performs its core optical tasks without issue. Its dependability and simplicity make it a worthwhile accessory for anyone needing occasional CD or DVD access, successfully restoring essential media capabilities to their system.
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