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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5765 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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95%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the DW316 8x Slim External USB DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive for its ease of use, overall performance, and convenient USB connectivity. Many appreciate its perfect size, good value, and broad compatibility. While some users have noted occasional noise, the drive is generally well-received for its functionality.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Usb

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Need software to read DVD’s

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The CD/ DVD player works. I am just struggling to find a software that will read the DVD’s on my laptop.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for Laptops without Disk Drives

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my wife to use with her laptop that does not have a disk drive. It performs as expected.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Software

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Works well but need to install software

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is not just plug and play. It would not open a DVD until I installed the software from the box. I thought the software was just some extra editing software, which I did not intend on installing since I use Adobe Creative Suite. However, I couldn't get this to work until I installed the software suite in the box.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from YourDellTeam
      Posted .

      LisaMW123,

      Thanks for your review and we're glad that you were able to get this external drive setup to use. If you have additional questions please check our Quick Start Guide here: https://dell.to/2VKZfz2.

      Best,
      Bryan
      1-800-624-9896 Dell

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great to have works beautifully

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed to use CDS and burn photos to save and add my software programs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as expected

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This item worked without a problem and was easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellant.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great was to still have a place to use your CD's

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Usb

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect choice

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this DVD drive for a laptop and it works as stated.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Gets the job done

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have found this drive to be fast, reliable, and quiet. No complaints!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy plug and play

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy plug and play for all your disk needs...................

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great external drive

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works as anticipated. Easy to use and move about as needed. Ample space for intended usage.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fast burner

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Dell external DVD is solid and fast. I got it for a good price too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great option when your computer doesn’t have a DVD

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great when your computer doesn’t include a DVD player

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    good external optical drive

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    needed external optical drive for new all-in-one pc. recommended by geek squad. good price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works Great!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Dell External USB DVD/CD drive was easy to set up and worked perfectly!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mrs.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Price was fantastic. Our agent went and found it for us and brought it over to us. Offered to ring it up and told him i would take care of it,

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good ithem

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    very good add to your laptop, to bring back your old memories

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Usb

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good all around DVD drive

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy plugin USB and go. Work with my TV. Computer. Etc.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    easy to use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We use this for our church. it's way to use for anyone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    External drive

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My new laptop doesn't come with an external drive. Seems to work well.

    I would recommend this to a friend