A:AnswerIt should be fine, my laptop runs Windows 10 and the drive was recognized immediately. Everything I've tried on it, CD's & DVD's, work just as well as the original drive.
A:AnswerI do not recall if it is region specific, but it probably is NOT!!. You do have to push the button on it to open the door when you are finished with the DVD/CD
A:AnswerYes, just plug it in and Windows will recognize it. If you plan on burn DVD you may need software, but nothing is required to read CD or DVD. Playing movies can be an issue if you computer doesn't have the software but you can download VLC media player for free if needed.