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Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 3681 reviews

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Customers are impressed with the 8x External Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive's ease of use, compact size, and affordable price. Many appreciate its performance and compatibility with various devices, along with its lightweight and slim design. While some users noted minor issues with noise levels, software, and initial installation, the positive feedback on the drive's functionality and portability outweighs these concerns. Overall, the product receives high praise for its convenience and value.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for laptops

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

    This item works good with my Asus laptop that doesn't have a DVD drive. I like it a lot and its easy to use.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    as advertised, needs software

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

    plugged this into my tablet right out of the box. connects, but does not have any dvd playback software on the install cd. got online and downloaded my own software to resolve. $30 for a usb dvd player is just about right. Not too loud, doesn't get too hot.$50 more and they sell a bluray model with the software built in. I would recommend the blu ray model over the dvd most likely. Have not tried out the burning capability

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great for my new small Asus laptop

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

    Needed something small and compact for my new small/compact Asus laptop....works great and fits great in small/compact computer case.

    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.

    The disk drive works great with my Apple Mini Mac. It was basically a plug and play device. I have burned a whole lot of CDs with it with no problems.

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

    Great

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

    I bought this to go with my new laptop because it didn't have a disc drive and it has met with all of my expectations for an LG product. The installation was simple with the disc provided, I just had to plug in the new reader and put the disc in and the computer did the rest. When I use it it is easily recognized by my computer and quick to function. It was able to install all of Microsoft office in about half and hour and that one usually takes a while.

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

    Cheap alternative to an Apple

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

    I bought the LG unit as an alternative to the Apple DVDRW/CD-RW. it's a lot cheaper and the difference in speed is not bothersome, unless you're making a large number of copies. Sometimes economy wins out over style.

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

    Nice quality & good value!

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

    Pros: Good price and build quality. Cons: None so far, although I wanted a 3.0 USB DVD player but Best Buy didn't have one in stock. I would recommend splurging on a 3.0 USB DVD dirve since it is much faster overall

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great item

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

    I bought this for my laptop as it had no DVD drive and it worked perfectly done without having to download any software and is super light and slim

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So easy

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

    This was the easiest thing to set up, just plug and play. It works perfectly with my newest macbook pro retina (late 2013) and is easy to carry around.

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

    Works with Dell Venue 11 Pro

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

    I bought this for my Dell Venue 11 Pro not knowing if it would even power up from the single usb3 port available. Happy to report that it not only powered up but plays DVD movies and burns DVD and CD discs with no problems. Thanks Best Buy.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Much Needed, should have had one years ago

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

    Never had a back up that was so reliable and easy to install,

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great!

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

    Very light weight and plays very good. I am a student so I use it to make my notebook lighter! When I don't need a CD/DVD write

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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

    This DVD drive is extremely light weight and compact making it easy to carry with the notebook computer.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy to use

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

    It is very easy to use. I always carry it with my solid state laptop. It is compact and light to carry.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good external drive

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

    I needed a small (travel size) external drive to read disc on my Surface Pro 3. This unit fit the bill and works great! Quick, light and affordable.

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

    It is what it is

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

    Bought a laptop with no DVD/CD player. Best Buy associate picked this out for me. It works and does what it's supposed to do. Wish I'd bought a better laptop with a built in player. One more thing to keep up with.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great add on at a great price

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

    This is a must have add on. The price is great and it works really good. Its not very large so I can leave it on the desk without it being in the way.

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

    Great DVD Access for USB only computers

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

    This small DVD player seems to work great for the occasional times I have needed to play a DVD movie or enter an older program on to my hard drive. Nice to be able to use on various machines family has. Very inexpensive for what you get.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Cheap

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

    I was looking for a low end dvd player and this turned out to perfectly fit my requirements. Works fine and worth the money.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for netbook

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

    It is very easy to to connect to my netbook. Compact size makes it eeasy to store. Great to back up the netbook. and down load photos for storage.

    I would recommend this to a friend