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Dell - DW316 8x Slim External USB DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black

Model: DW316
SKU: 4697703
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Customers are saying

Customers are pleased with the ease of use, overall performance, and compact size of this Dell accessory. Users frequently highlight its excellent compatibility, reasonable price point, and lightweight design, which makes it highly portable. While the device is generally well-regarded, some customers have noted concerns regarding the noise level during operation and occasional issues with included software or accessories.

Generated by AI based on customer reviews.

Features

  • Multiformat support

    For CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, M-DISC media.

  • 8x maximum DVD+R and DVD-R write speed

    For fast disc burning.

  • 8x maximum DVD+RW rewrite speed

    6x maximum DVD-RW rewrite speed.

  • 0.75MB cache buffer and Automatic Buffer Under Run Error Protection

    Help eliminate errors for smooth disc burns.

  • High-speed USB 2.0 interface

    For fast, reliable operation.

Specifications

  • Optical Media Supported
    CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW DL, DVD-R DL
    Dual Layer Media Supported
    Yes
    System Requirements
    Windows 11 or below
    M-Disc Ready
    Yes
    Maximum Read Speeds
    24
    Maximum Write Speeds
    24
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Reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 6060 reviews

5 star rating. 4,579 reviews4 star rating. 1,061 reviews3 star rating. 229 reviews2 star rating. 59 reviews1 star rating. 132 reviews
95% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers are pleased with the ease of use, overall performance, and compact size of this Dell accessory. Users frequently highlight its excellent compatibility, reasonable price point, and lightweight design, which makes it highly portable. While the device is generally well-regarded, some customers have noted concerns regarding the noise level during operation and occasional issues with included software or accessories.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Ease of use (2265)
  • Overall Performance (1191)
  • USB (470)
  • Size (449)
  • Price (434)
  • Noise Level (102)
  • Software (38)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    DVD Drive - so easy to use

    This is a great little drive at a very good price. I bought this to use with a new HP Laptop I just bought that did not have an internal drive. I got a real laugh when I opened the installation drive. It was a picture of plugging in the the drive. Love it! Would definitely buy this again.

    Posted by Robpat

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Plug and play out of the box

    Bought this external DVD-CD Player for my new Dell desktop computer. Most new computers don't have these optical drives built in anymore as most people stream. Good price when on sale. Works well. Just plugged it into the computer with the USB cord that came with it and it played CDs. So no installation except to plug it into the computer USB port. It's solid. Lightweight, 7 ounces. It can also burn CDs and DVDs, but I probably won't have to do that. The only problem was getting the protective film peeled off the new device. Finally, I put a piece of Scotch tape on the film and it loosened it and lifted it up. It was a bit of a hassle to get my local Best Buy store to price match Amazon. I had to go through two cashiers and then a manager. And to find the product in the store I had to ask three associates. The device is a bit noisy. Appearance is nice. Four stars because I haven't burned any CDs or DVDs.

    Posted by Valueminded

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My Dellicious DW316

    I am well satisfied with this Dell external cd writer/player for multiple reasons! Due to absence of burning device on new and many computers, I encountered the necessity of asking my grandson (since he's up to date with technology), to guide me the needed device/s to deal with my "problem" if any. He guided me thru some devices but, when I came to Dell products, I put my trust on this DW316. Purchased price - excellent! Very easy to manage. Easy to "plug and play/burn!." Carrying along with i.e. light, slim and sturdy. Connecting cable included. Well... what can I say... Overall: great!

    Posted by RafaelaG

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great add on

    What a great little add on for these newer smaller computers - very compact - works great - plug & play - comes with wire to attach to computer - no additional electrical required works off usb - no issues here

    Posted by Nakima

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent drive for playing and ripping discs

    I bought this drive so that I could digitize my CD collection of about 150 discs - it has worked very well for that purpose! I use a CD ripping program that can assess the accuracy of ripped song files. With this drive, I have consistently gotten 99.9% and 100.0% quality. It's ripped about 100 discs so far, and I've yet to encounter any problems. Also, the drive is very lightweight, and its interior is durable for how minimalistic it is. Both CDs and DVDs play fine on it.

    Posted by MikaelOpeth

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Pros for Dell - DW316 8x Slim External USB DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black
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Cons for Dell - DW316 8x Slim External USB DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black
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Questions & Answers

  • What is the cache buffer size on this drive?

    This drive has a 0.75MB cache buffer.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • Does this drive support M-DISC media?

    Yes, this drive supports M-DISC media.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What kind of interface does this Dell drive use?

    This drive uses a high-speed USB 2.0 interface for fast and reliable operation.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What software is included with this drive?

    This Dell drive comes with CyberLink Media Suite CD software.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • What operating systems are compatible with this drive?

    This drive is compatible with Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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