Customer Ratings & Reviews

Nice unit. Plug and Play. The included software is very old and not needed to use all functions. Also the USB connector on the unit is a USB Mini. I have used it a few times to burn data using the Windows transfer system in File Folder and it plays back fine. It plays back CD's I burned data to years ago fine. I have also watched a few movies on DVD fine. BUT, like with any CD/DVD drive, internal or external, To play DVD movies you will need 3rd party software. I use VLC Media Player

I've read the other reviews but this worked right away on my 2024 MacBook Pro using just the single USB-C type connector. It booted up "mystery" unlabeled DVDs and CDs I've had in a drawer for the better part of two decades. It is a fragile little thing. You think you're going to bust it just by putting in a new disc. I don't know how much punishment it could take being lugged around in a backpack. But l don't plan on making it portable...keeping it around for the very rare use case that I need to read CD-ROM / DVD media or even burn a DVD. For less than $40, I don't have any complaints.

It works, I had to contact support right away because of errors with my laptop attempting the first few burns but after talking to cyberlink and updating a few things it seems to be workin just fine now...But it is an external burner and that in itself means there can be issues BUT usually in rare cases. Thanks to support for helping me quickly and getting it functioning smoothly with the updates. Pros: External, Dual USB Adapter for additional power source if needed,Easy to use Cons: Ejection Button is small sn blends in with the frame, Tho well built for the price feels like your going to break it inserting/removing discs if not on a large table when fully opened., May need updates/support if you have any errors depending on your system...

Working well for my needs. Couldn’t beat the price. If it lasts as long as my other asus products I will be happy and continue to purchase asus products.

ASUS is a leading brand that sticks to their word. Love it

So glad to have found this at an affordable price. Now I can open up my older files, particularly photos, and save them so they can be easily accessible.

Works great. I have not had it long enough to give a 5. Does what I want. Good to have the software that came with the device. It does need a case for protection. That would have been a nice add on. I sure I can find one.

Worked well, plug and play. Was super eaay and did what i needed it to do.

Since most laptops don't come with a dvd anymore, it is annoying when you buy some software and find it is the dvd version. This external unit works like advertised. I love ASUS products as my laptop is an ASUS gaming laptop and I have never had any problems with them. I don't know how well it works if you use it every day. I just need it for the occasional backup

Have used it several times for disk writing, music play drive and software loading. Was easy to set up and use, with no compatibility issues on my Dell laptops. Since these drives need a lot of power it comes with both a USB C-Type cable and a USB-A double cord. If you don't have a USB Type-C or Thunderbolt you will need two available USB-A ports (USB 1 or 2).

Awesome DVR external drive that is a great addition to my computer

Since Apple stopped offering and supporting the super drive, I needed a working option. This is it. Works with IBM or Apple, so it’s got plenty of utility.

Great price for a great product! It works great and the speed is phenomenal.

So happy to find a DVD player for my Samsung Notebook. I had read reviews of many and none of them seemed that great. This ASUS is working well. I've had it nearly two months and no problems. It requires two USB ports.

The external ASUS-ZenDrive 8x Max DVD Write Speed External USB 2.0 DVD+RW CD/-RW Drive provides the write dvd rw/cd-drive that is missing from most of today's laptops. It's very lightweight and goes wherever my laptop goes. I can now play some of my older dvds and cds as well as record using the drive.

Great speed and space, exactly what I needed. The small size makes it extremely easy to mount almost anywhere on your rig. You cant go wrong picking one of these up.

I love this external disk drive to make my cds. It is a wonderful equipment.

This drive is plug and play with Windows; I didn't open the included CD. It's very compact but I think care is needed to avoid damaging the drawer when open: it isn't very sturdy. It fit the need for ripping some old music CDs on a drive-less desktop.

Very fast, reliable, easy to use USB DVD/CD drive!

I bought a new computer in November and in April when I wanted to do our taxes, I discovered the disk drive did not work. So, I went to the Best Buy website and ordered this unit. It worked wonderfully ! I had my taxes done in no time !! It even supplies two different hookup cables. This is very handy, otherwise you might run all around trying to find the right cable. Very satisfied with it.