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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5847 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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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect optic drive

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

    Worked perfectly with my Dell computer. Although it is lightweight and thin, it is very sturdy. I wish that had continued placing optic drives in the computer, but this is the next best thing.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Handy Accessory

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

    Super neat little gadget that I didn’t know existed until it was a suggested purchase when I bought a new laptop. Love that I can hook it up to my laptop and still access my photo CD’s and other things.

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

    No disc drive

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

    Love this external disc drive. Didn't realize most new computers no longer have them. But this works great. Thanks Geek Squad for helping me get this issue straightened out.

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

    Dell CD/DVD drive

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

    Exactly what I wanted, works just as described. Thanks!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    External DVD

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

    Very light weight and easy to use. Very affordable.

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

    Works great

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

    Bought DVD drive so I can load programs on my new computer. It does it quickly and accurately. I also used it to copy a disk and that was successful. I have had it for a few weeks with no problems. I am pleased with its performance. Also no set up was needed to use the external drive.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dell external DVD drive

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

    I am extremely happy with this Dell external DVD drive. I have installed some of my older programs on new lap and it worked wonderfully. It is easy to use and does a good job while taking up little room. Great price too!

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

    Delivers as promised

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

    I bought this to replace my dead built-in DVD-rom drive on my Macbook Pro, and it worked great. It also goes with my new Macbook Pro, which has nothing, and it's lightweight and plug-and-play. Granted it's a pretty simple device, but it does what it's supposed to well.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    good value at a competitive price

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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 was as described on the packaging. as for the setup of the item it was pretty much plug n play. my computer recognized the drive as soon as i plugged it in. i was using it within 15 minutes of unpackaging it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    MUST HAVE ITEM!

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

    I found myself needing a new laptop and to my surprise NONE are made with a disc drive anymore! This was devastating for me, however I searched for an external disc drive and found this one by Dell. This external disc drive can be plugged into a laptop and does not require any software installation. It runs like a champion!!! I find myself going back in time as I burn CDS and play roller coaster tycoon on my laptop. I would definitely recommend buying this item!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Price, Usb

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Unexpected bargain

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

    This came at a discount with the laptop and has been quite useful. This is my first time without a built-in external drive, so having the ability to download the old-fashioned way every now and then has been good for the price. I even have co-workers borrowing the external device from me!

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

    Good DVD Drive

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

    Inexpensive drive. Works well with Windows 11. No problems using a hub to connect it to my Microsoft PC.

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

    Dell DVD drive

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

    Great drive and super easy to use. Recorded DVD looks and plays great!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    DVD Drive - Must Have

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

    Since most laptops do not have a DVD/CD drive anymore, this is a must have. I still have some programs that have a DVD disc, and this works perfectly. Easy to use, and small enough to tuck away in a drawer until you need it.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dell USB Slim DVD Drive

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

    The Dell USB Slim DVD drive was just what I needed to read/review quite a few disks I had amassed over the years. The pricing for the drive very is reasonable.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very nice DVD drive at a very reasonable price.

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

    Works great - completely plug and play. Well worth the money. Most laptops no longer come with DVD drives, so this adds an easy portable capability

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great drive for laptop

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice addition to my Dell laptop that doesn't have a CD/DVD slot. And what's even better is that I got it on sale and paid less than I would have at Dell. This does all I need it to do.

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

    Good DVD Reader/Writer - Especially for the Money

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

    Good product that integrates well with my Dell laptop. Having it separate kept the weight off of my laptop, which is a good thing. The price was reasonable, too.

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

    Best computer

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

    My last dell desktop was bought in 2011 and worked great only upgraded because it would not accept widows 11. I love dell products

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    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.

    Great addition to my Dell Alienware lap top. The DVD drive is slim and easy to store, doesn't take up too much space. Highly recommend if you need an external DVD +/RW Drive.

    I would recommend this to a friend