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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5599 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 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

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Customers find value in the DW316 8x Slim External USB DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive's ease of use, compact size, and affordability. Many appreciate its compatibility with various devices and reliable performance for reading and writing CDs and DVDs. While some users noted the drive can be noisy, the majority of feedback highlights its positive attributes. The drive's lightweight design makes it convenient for portability.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The price is right

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

    Another awesome plug and play device! I recently purchased an all in one desktop computer that came with no DVD. Recently retired, I do not want to do a monthly subscription to Microsoft Office and I still have my installation disc for Office 2007 that still works with the operating system 10 windows. I had absolutely no issues with installing my Office package. The DVD is very slim and it fits right under my computer out of the way.

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

    Gets the job done.

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

    Lost my old tower to a devastating storm. Bye-bye motherboard... The old school me doesn't understand why new units don't accommodate DVDs or CDs, but this does the trick. It's a nice addition to my new setup.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worked right out of the box on Win 10

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

    Needed CD/DVD drive because my new laptop came without one. Reads and writes data very easy and plays DVD Movies. Very thin and light, just side into your Laptop Bag and you are ready for work or play.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Overall a good 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.

    I bought this DVD drive since I was getting into physical media and the old computer I used to burn CDs broke. And overall this drive is good. I use both Mac and Windows and the drive works fine with both. It can read and write, but the only downside I've found with it was that it's a bit loud and the plastic feels a little cheap. Overall an 8.5/10 drive.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cd burner

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

    Easy to use, just plug it in and it works perfectly fine, no issues

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    portable USB DVD

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

    Great Price, simply to use and works perfectly every time!

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dell External DVD +/- RW Drive

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

    This external DVD player is perfect for a newer model laptop. Since many no longer have internal DVD drives, and not everything is available on the Internet, it's essential to have an alternate method of installing programs. The drive also allows you to write DVDs for providing clients with copies of your work. This external player is an excellent value for it's relatively low price. I have always used Dell computers and peripherals with great success.

    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 more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    works great as intended and easy to use would recommend.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Noise, Software

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good drive

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

    I needed a drive for my laptop and this one was easy to use; however, keep in mind you will need some additional software to be able to play DVDs. I have tried to make it work for DVD playing with windows 10 without luck. Not that quiet but it will get the job done.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dell DVD Reader/Writer

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

    It is super lightweight to handle and slim to store and carry around. Quality is good as expected from Dell product. Watched a couple of DVD movies on my laptop and worked flawlessly. In a true sense, it is plug-and-play. The box contains a DVD containing software for writing DVD. But Haven't written any DVD yet. Very pleased with the purchase and product and service by Best Buy.

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

    Best Buy

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

    I recently bought the WD 5TB My Passport Portable Hard Drive from Best Buy, and it’s fantastic! It’s fast, compact, and easy to use. The setup was simple, and the transfer speed is impressive. Perfect for backing up files and photos. Great value and reliable performance—highly recommended!

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

    External dvd/cd rom

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

    Works as intended. Arrived on time. Light weight easy to carry around.

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

    good bang for the buck

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

    I was trying to find a good deal on one of these that was compatible with blue ray but could not. I have one from years ago (2018) that I use when traveling to watch my blue ray movies. This one is simple and very easy to use. The only downside is it doesn't recognize blue ray.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    External cd drive

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

    This adapter is compact, light and inexpensive not to mention necessary.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simp install

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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.

    Slim and good looking! Not bulky and easy to plug and play use. Nice add on for a gaming computer with no disk drive.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Dell - USB Slim DVD

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

    I satisfied with this purchase. it's a DVD/read-write drive. I have a lot of CD's to review and this is perfect. The slim cover and the lightness of it makes it convenient for my use. I would purchase this brand again if i needed too. I like that it has a USB hook-up for my computer.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth the Price for A Resale Item

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

    This worked as expected just fine. Being it is a Dell product designed for Dell products, it works like a charm, although I do not use CD's or DVD's that much anymore. Great product and the cost is not too high for a resale item.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    great DVD player thru computer

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

    Upon discovering some of my home DVD movies would not play on my DVD player hooked up to my tv and the fact my computer does not have it either I purchased this to connect to my computer for my use. It was easy to attach to the computer. When I plugged it in it instantly started to work and all the DVD's now can be seen. Love it

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

    Nice and compact

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

    Don't use it often but it connects to my Dell Latitude 5290 2-in-1 easily and works just like it supposed to work. Nice smell and compact and fits nicely in laptop sleeve for easy transportation.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great drive

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

    It's like I have my Sony Discman back. Super light so it feels like I'm going to break it when I open the tray, must be plugged in (my discman has horrible battery life) and it spins discs. Jokes aside, a great drive to add for a PC that doesn't have one. Small and easy to store when not needed and not so cumbersome that its a pain to take out and use.

    I would recommend this to a friend