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Gotega External DVD Drive, USB 3.0 Portable +/-RW, DVD Player for CD ROM Burner Compatible with Laptop Desktop PC Windows Linux OS Apple Mac Black

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Operating System Windows XP/ 2003/ 2000/ Vista/ 7/ 8/ 10/11, All version Mac OS, Linux
Special Feature Portable, CD Player, DVD Player, DVD Burner, CD Burner, External cd/dvd drive
Hardware Interface USB 3.0
Brand Gotega
Optical Storage Write Speed Max 24xCD / 8xDVD

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  • 【High Writing and Reading Speed】Max 8x DVDR Write Speed and Max 24x CD Write Speed provide high writing and reading speed.
  • 【Wide Compatible】This external dvd cd drive is compatible with Windows 98 / SE / ME / 2000 / XP / Vista / Windows 11/10/8/7, Mac OS (8.6 to 10.14). And perfect for PC, Laptop, Comprehensive Computer, Internal PC hard disk reader. NOT COMPATIBLE with chromebook, blue-ray disks, cars, mobile phones, iPhones, iPads, Tablet, projectors, or TVs.
  • 【Plug and Play Technology】Powered by USB port so just plug it into your USB port and the DVD driver will be detected. Don’t need to install software to set up driver.
  • 【Advanced USB 3.0 Technology】 USB 3.0 provides fast data transfer speed and stable performance to record CD/ music/ videos/ install software or create CD/DVD backup disc (also compatible with USB 2.0).
  • 【Ingenious Design】 This ultra-slim CD/DVD player for laptops equipped with an eject button so that you needn't worry about your disc getting stuck inside this external CD/DVD drive. Besides, the copper mesh technology of this external component, you can be rest assured of stable data transmission.

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    Product Description

    Specific Description of This CD Drive for Laptop

    • Gone are the days where every computer needed a cd burner for laptop to run games, media, burn and write. Computers today almost no longer come with drives anymore since storage and internet has taken over. However, for some people and some occasions, usb dvd player is still needed. For example, you may occasionally like to run old DVD and cd games you have saved from years ago, and also need a drive to record and burn images and videos. Or, burn some downloaded music to a CD, play your workout DVDs. Or, you may have some DVD's of family stuff that you want to copy and send to them. So there it is, our usb dvd drive, USB 3.0 USB-A, wide compatibility, plug and play, high speed, meets all your need.
    • What can this disc drive do? In short, this usb disk drive can play and burn CDs and DVDs. Once you have an optical disc, put it in the external disc drive and do what you want to do: read or write. To be specific: This usb disc drive can digitize CD/DVD. This cd ripper can upload your CDs to iTunes in your computer. With this cd to mp3 converter, you could copy music from your computer onto a CD. This dvd player for computer will be helpful when the download version of a movie series is 15 more than the disk. This external cd & dvd drives can do the heavy lifting of ripping your cd collection onto your computer to keep your computer's drives from so much wear. For teachers, this disc drive for laptop will be helpful when they are doing three different programs for a lesson from their computer onto their smart board or TV. Just simply plug it in and move through their lesson seemlessly. Also, teachers could have this cd burner for mac as a way of playing a movie for "a class reward" or indoor recess.
    • Don't know if this external optical drive is compatible with your computer or not? Don't worry! This external disk drive for laptop is widely compatible. No matter it is laptop, macbook, desktop, only if they are equipped with Windows OS, Mac OS, or Linux OS, this cd dvd external drive for laptop will show up on your computer! Once you plug this external dvd player for laptop into your computer, it will bring up your downloaded Media Player, select it, and from that point forward whatever disc you put in will automatically open through it. You download a Media Player program onto your computer if don't already have one before you hook it up.
    • With USB 3.0, this portable cd drive for laptop provides up to 5Gbps data transmission speed and enables you to enjoy movies and music without lag. This dvd player for mac maxes out at 8x read/write speed for DVDs, and 24X for CDs. You may find some drives go higher, but in most cases, errors occur when the disc is processed with rather high speed. For example, you may have many issues where the disc image wouldn't work when copied at a high speed, and turning the read speed down to 24x resolves this. Or you may find your dvd player usb produces a fair amount of failed discs when burning at 8x but this rarely ever happens at 4x. So this cd dvd player provides a most suitable max speed which ensures enjoying playing or burning CDs or DVDs without issue. This cd rom external drive for pc supports reading, writing (burning) and ripping (copy) of CD±R/RW, CD-ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD-RAM, VCD, and SVCD disc.
    • Get this external odd & hdd device and an 1TB 2TB external hard drives if your system is a limited computer and no room for more than 2 options like adding an internal DVD/CD reader/writer, external ssd hard drive or more than 2 Hard Drives. This external hard drive cd burner for laptop provides a computer storage expansion cause you could burn data from your computer to various discs with this external hard drive for movies. This external backup hard drive is a good backup drive for mac and other laptops. This cd drive external usb will work great for your old DVD collections or game collections. This external disc player for pc games brings you back to the childhood. Enjoy the same feeling in the childhood with this external cd for games! Also this cd dvd external drive for laptop plays excellently, no skips, jumps or degradation of video or audio from DVD's or music from music CD's.

    Gotega USB 3.0 USB-A External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop

    external cd/dvd drive for laptop

    Features of This External Disc Drive

    external cd drive for mac

    Lightweight DVD Writer

    This cd reader for mac is so lightweight and compact that it's convenient to be carried everywhere.

    usb cd drive

    Details of DVD Burner External

    The attached cable stores away neatly in a groove on the underside so there's no possibility of losing it.

    external cd/dvd drive for pc

    Low-Noise External CD Burner

    This usb optical drive produces almost no noise while processing discs and thus won't be disturbing.

    cd to mp3 converter

    Not Compatible with

    This disc reader is compatible with laptops or desktops with Windows OS, mac OS and Linux OS only.

    Things should be noted about this usb cd rom external drive

    1. Remember to set the DVD Region to United States on the player – Properties – click Hardware Tab – click Properties button – then choose country Region (US is 1) and OK to apply. Remember you can only reset the country 5 times.

    2. Please directly connect it to the USB port of the computer. Connection through a USB hub or USB extension cord may affect the device’s functioning. For desktops, please connect it to the back USB port of the motherboard because of potential power issue.

    3. For macbook, to eject a disc, you have to use the drop-down "eject" button on your computer under the file tab. Pushing the button on the disc drive won't do anything. Mac OS computers do not display the device icon before placing a disc into disc tray.

    4. Computers does not natively support DVD movie playback, so a third-party application, such as VLC, must be downloaded and installed in order to watch DVDs using this cd/dvd player. You could download any one of a plethora of burning software utilities available on the Internet. Or try the following:

    No fee playing software: Any Media Player, Any DVD

    No fee burning software for Windows OS: InfraRecorder, Ones, Express Disc Burner

    No fee burning software for mac OS: Burn for mac

    No fee burning software for Linux OS/Unix OS: K3b (KDE Burn Baby Burn)

    5. There is a basic DVD burner for Windows 10 that lets you copy files from your computer to a disc. More advanced software allows you to make discs compliant with DVD, Blu-ray, and CD and for more obscure tech like VCD players.

    6. Just because you have a series of video files doesn’t mean they are compatible with DVDs. In fact, most computer and phone video formats are not compatible. So you need a third-party software to convert your file format to one that can be shown on discs. It won't work even you burn your file onto discs without converting format.

    External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop

    USB-A Black

    USB-A & USB-C Black

    USB-A & USB-C White

    USB-A & USB-C With Case

    Customer Reviews
    4.2 out of 5 stars 70,851
    4.2 out of 5 stars 70,851
    4.2 out of 5 stars 70,851
    4.2 out of 5 stars 70,851
    Price
    $17.07 $24.99 $24.99 $28.99
    Hardware Interface
    USB 3.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0 USB 3.0
    Operating System
    Windows, Mac OS, Linux Windows, Mac OS, Linux Windows, Mac OS, Linux Windows, Mac OS, Linux
    Hardware Platform
    Laptop, PC, Mac Laptop, PC, Mac Laptop, PC, Mac Laptop, PC, Mac
    Color
    Black Black White Black
    Optical Storage Read Speed
    Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Max 24xCD / 8xDVD
    Optical Storage Write Speed
    Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Max 24xCD / 8xDVD
    • Windows :This PC– dvd drive- Properties – Hardware Tab – Properties button – Choose Region (US is 1) -Apply. Mac:Menu-System Preference-Language & Region - Region - Select Country - Apply

    • This usb drive for laptop needs enough power supply to work, a power failure may cause a recognizing failure or reading failure. If needed keep your computer charging

    • 1. Unplug the drive and plugin back it, then while the green light is flashing depressing the button will open the tray. 2. Plug a pin into the small hole on the front panel. 3. Eject from the computer.

    • Use extension cord no longer than 31 inches. High-quality extension cord with braid and shielding layer is better. Shorter cable is better always.

    • Use a third-party software to convert your file format to one that can be shown on discs. It won't work even you burn your file onto discs without converting format.

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    Customers find the optical disc drive easy to use and a good value for money. It has a simple interface and is portable and compact. However, some customers have mixed opinions on its functionality, quality, playability, readability, and computer recognition.

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    3,124 customers mention "Ease of use"2,704 positive420 negative

    Customers find the optical disc drive easy to use. It's plug-and-play, with no extra setup required. The drivers are automatically installed, and there are no extra settings needed. The instructions included are useful.

    "...Right out of the box, feels sturdy and well made. Virtually no setup, plug in the USB cable, and start doing whatever it is you want to do...." Read more

    "...It connected quickly and read all my files. The ease of connection is def a winner!" Read more

    "Cheap and easy to use. If this doesn't play on your windows computer/laptop, download a player like VLC!!!!..." Read more

    "...The plug-and-play functionality meant that I could start using it immediately without any hassle of installing drivers or additional software...." Read more

    1,733 customers mention "Value for money"1,425 positive308 negative

    Customers appreciate the value for money of the optical disc drive. They say it's cheap and works well.

    "...There are a couple of "Cons", but they are more than justified for the price and are easily accepted, or worked around...." Read more

    "Cheap and easy to use. If this doesn't play on your windows computer/laptop, download a player like VLC!!!!..." Read more

    "...Value for Money: Considering its exceptional performance, reliability, and versatility, this external CD drive offers incredible value for the price...." Read more

    "...Easy to install, was plug n play basically, and a good value." Read more

    1,138 customers mention "Size"998 positive140 negative

    Customers appreciate the compact size of the optical disc drive. They find it portable and easy to store in a laptop bag. The slim design measures only slightly larger than a standard CD, and it's less than an inch thick. It has a simple interface and is lightweight, making it perfect for travel.

    "...It’s very compatible and portable. It connected quickly and read all my files. The ease of connection is def a winner!" Read more

    "...Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, portable design, and versatile functionality make it an absolute must-have for modern computing...." Read more

    "...It is compatible with Chromebook. This little device compact and light weight and the build quality is even better...." Read more

    "...and does so in a small portable package that even has a self-contained power/connector cord..." Read more

    5,597 customers mention "Functionality"3,679 positive1,918 negative

    Customers have mixed reviews about the product's functionality. Some find it works well for their old DVD collections, with no skips and excellent playback. Others report issues like it not turning on at all, not working with their target program, and not functioning properly with Windows Player.

    "...It did a great job and very easy to use at an also unbeatable price...FREE!..." Read more

    "This CD adapter worked perfectly where others failed. It’s very compatible and portable. It connected quickly and read all my files...." Read more

    "...The windows player sucks and will not function with this DVD player...." Read more

    "...Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, portable design, and versatile functionality make it an absolute must-have for modern computing...." Read more

    2,320 customers mention "Quality"1,610 positive710 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the product's quality. Some find it reliable and sturdy, while others feel it feels flimsy and delicate. The top of the device is made of plastic that seems flimsy.

    "...Right out of the box, feels sturdy and well made. Virtually no setup, plug in the USB cable, and start doing whatever it is you want to do...." Read more

    "...Value for Money: Considering its exceptional performance, reliability, and versatility, this external CD drive offers incredible value for the price...." Read more

    "...The price is right given that it will not last more than 1 year...." Read more

    "...This little device compact and light weight and the build quality is even better...." Read more

    1,412 customers mention "Playability"913 positive499 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the DVD player's playability. Some say it's a great portable drive that works well, while others report issues with discs not playing or not reading external drives.

    "Great well rounded DVD player. Worked great with my pc and mac...." Read more

    "...The windows player sucks and will not function with this DVD player...." Read more

    "UPDATE: This is still a nice DVD Reader/Writer external drive, but I had to come back and tell you of 2 issues I found with mine, this affects only..." Read more

    "nice plug and play, good looking product. No 5 star because I have not used it with its target program yet" Read more

    765 customers mention "Readability"382 positive383 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the optical disc drive's readability. Some say it writes and reads CD and DVD discs fine, plays DVD movies very well, and plays audio CDs without any problem. Others mention it wouldn't read the disc no matter what device they used, only doing really basic CD/DVD reading and writing. The reader can't read Imation brand CDROMs, regular discs with photos, or discs that have been password protected.

    "...but this program will copy files, create back-ups and copies of your music collection, as well as create bootable CD's to repair your Windows..." Read more

    "...once I started trying to BURN DVD videos, it bombed and would not encode or write to the DVD, it put files on the blank DVD, but never closed the..." Read more

    "...Versatile Functionality: This external CD drive not only reads CDs and DVDs but also supports burning CDs, making it a versatile device for various..." Read more

    "Have you had lots of disconnects? Disc Reading issues? Accurip fails? Disc detection problems? Let me help you here...." Read more

    620 customers mention "Computer recognition"260 positive360 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the optical disc drive's computer recognition. Some say their laptop recognizes it easily, while others report issues with the device not being recognized or disconnecting.

    "...I never did find where to change that. Nothing showed up in Finder...." Read more

    "This CD adapter worked perfectly where others failed. It’s very compatible and portable. It connected quickly and read all my files...." Read more

    "...10% of the time 4a. The the burner loses recognition of the CD and the import ceases during a track upload. 75% of the time 4b...." Read more

    "...Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, portable design, and versatile functionality make it an absolute must-have for modern computing...." Read more

    It works.  It's not complicated
    4 out of 5 stars
    It works. It's not complicated
    For a few years now, there have been instances when I've wanted to download a CD to my computer, an iMac, which lacks any sort of CD drive. Most of the time, the streaming services are fine for me. Finally, though, I bought a language-learning book that came with 3 CDs and had no on-line audio option. I bought this drive, my first external CD drive.For $22, you get an inexpensive looking piece of black-plastic equipment with a short cord. It's not a piece of equipment that will be passed down through the generations.I read the reviews here, figured out what to look for, what to think about, alternatives to worry about. I plugged the unit into a USB port. Nothing. No light. No sound. Tried the other USB ports. No difference. These ports work for other devices I own.Area-code of +1. I never did find where to change that.Nothing showed up in Finder.Finally, I decided to simply open the tray, slide a CD in, and see what happened. Still no light, but it did make drive sounds. In a few moments, the CD disc-icon showed on my desktop, with its actual name. I clicked on it. The app formerly known as iTunes opened and there was the CD. Clicked on a track and I heard music. Simple.I have since downloaded the 3 language CDs that prompted this purchase. It's relatively slow, taking a few minutes per CD, but seems to work just fine. I can now hear my language CDs on my iMac and have added one to my iPhone, and played it through our car's stereo system.Why 4 stars? Because I'm old and 4 stars is a good rating. This drive works, but it is an inexpensive bit of hardware. The instructions are in some variant of English, and useless. Just plug it into a USB port and use it as if it were any other drive.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2023
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      I spent hours deliberating over all the choices Amazon had to offer. I'm not cheap, but I'm disabled and on a very limited budget, so I was leaning towards the low end of products to stay in my budget. I finally decided to try this product due to the 5 star reviews it got. Right out of the box, feels sturdy and well made. Virtually no setup, plug in the USB cable, and start doing whatever it is you want to do. The reason I needed a burner is most of my old copied music CD's were deteriorating, and I wanted to make new copies to keep in my truck. I was astonished at the speed this drive copied and burned my new CD's. I reproduced 9 albums in a little over 45 minutes. I am more than satisfied with those results. Also during the copy/burn process, I did not hesitate to abuse the drive a bit. Nothing violent, just average bumping, tapping, lifting and turning it, and not a glitch whatsoever, that is until I turned it upside down...It didn't like that...but picked up right where it left off, and had absolutely no effect on the quality of the burns.
      I also checked all of them and listened to 3 to their full length, and they all sound perfect.
      There are a couple of "Cons", but they are more than justified for the price and are easily accepted, or worked around. The first one is the "attached" USB cable, I would prefer it to be detachable, so it could be replaced if something happened to the original, but when I considered the fact that it is conveniently stored right on the unit for easy storage, transport, and protection, I decided to cross the "damage cable thing" bridge when I get to it, and move on. The second "Con" is that they don't include any software to actually use it other than Windows Media Player for playing music. So, I did my usual research and found "Express Burn" by NCH Software. It did a great job and very easy to use at an also unbeatable price...FREE! There may be others out there, and of course you could pay to get some premium features, but this program will copy files, create back-ups and copies of your music collection, as well as create bootable CD's to repair your Windows build if need be, without making an additional investment. To close this "novel" (which I almost never write reviews) I will just say I highly recommend this drive, and paired up with the free software you can't go wrong!
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    • Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      This CD adapter worked perfectly where others failed. It’s very compatible and portable. It connected quickly and read all my files. The ease of connection is def a winner!
    • Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2025
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      Cheap and easy to use. If this doesn't play on your windows computer/laptop, download a player like VLC!!!! The windows player sucks and will not function with this DVD player. Download player, install program, open it, connect the player, insert disc, select the media player located at the top-one of the upper menu bars, and select play from the drop down menu located at the bottom. The disc should start right up!
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    • Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      I recently purchased this external CD drive for my laptop, and I must say it has exceeded my expectations in every way. This device has proven to be an indispensable tool for my computing needs, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Here are the reasons why this external CD drive deserves all the praise:

      Seamless Compatibility: This external CD drive worked flawlessly with my laptop right out of the box. It seamlessly connects via USB and is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. The plug-and-play functionality meant that I could start using it immediately without any hassle of installing drivers or additional software.

      Impressive Performance: When it comes to performance, this external CD drive truly shines. It reads CDs and DVDs quickly and efficiently, delivering excellent playback quality for movies, music, and software installations. The drive's high-speed data transfer rate ensures smooth and uninterrupted access to your disc content.

      Portable and Compact Design: One of the key advantages of this external CD drive is its compact and lightweight design. It is slim enough to slip into my bag or laptop case effortlessly, making it a perfect travel companion. Whether I'm working remotely or on a long journey, I can easily carry my CD drive without worrying about additional bulk or weight.

      Durable and Sturdy Build: The external CD drive is built to last. Its robust construction gives me confidence in its durability, and the materials used feel premium. The drive's anti-slip rubber pads prevent accidental slips or scratches, adding an extra layer of protection to my CDs and DVDs.

      Versatile Functionality: This external CD drive not only reads CDs and DVDs but also supports burning CDs, making it a versatile device for various purposes. Whether I need to create backup discs, burn music or movies, or install software from physical media, this drive handles it all effortlessly.

      Value for Money: Considering its exceptional performance, reliability, and versatility, this external CD drive offers incredible value for the price. It's a cost-effective solution for those who need CD/DVD functionality on devices that lack built-in drives or for anyone seeking an upgrade from their existing drive.

      In conclusion, I am thoroughly impressed with the external CD drive I purchased. Its seamless compatibility, outstanding performance, portable design, and versatile functionality make it an absolute must-have for modern computing. If you are in need of an external CD drive, look no further. I highly recommend investing in this device for an enhanced computing experience.
      79 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2024
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      Pretty much all PC's do NOT come with a cd-rom. They are a thing of the past. We still do run into times when we want one though. I had ab urge to play my old favorite Guitar Hero series again, but lo and behold, no cd drive in my latest system. I have the guitar controller and game on cd, so I had to get this to install it. Worked like a charm, and I can also play my old music cd's on it as well. Easy to install, was plug n play basically, and a good value.
      7 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2025
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      Worked to and cd rom to laptop. I needed a cd rom for a program that diagnoses outboards. This worked just fine for my limited use.
    • Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2024
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      I'm giving a 3-star rating because the item stopped working. I purchased this CD drive in February 2024 and used it about once a month, but now it does not turn on. I tried plugging it into different USBs, computers, and even a power USB port, and it does not light up anymore.
      The price is right given that it will not last more than 1 year.
      I probably will buy a different brand as this one did not last more than 10 uses. FYI, I plugged in the USB CD drive each time I needed to use it.
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    • Rick J Engler
      5.0 out of 5 stars Better Than Expected Performance
      Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2024
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      I was expecting old school speeds for read and write capabilities but was delightfully surprised, especially for USB attached. I was able to read old CD-ROM's and DVD's. No issues with setup or usage of the device with either reading or burning.

      NOTE: The USB cable is very short and this device is really designed to be attached to a laptop, I believe. Mine is connected to a tower so it's placement on top is a little ... precarious. I don't use it very often but when I do, it meets my expectations. Usually, I just use it for a specific purpose then unplug it and put it on a shelf.
    • Jeff F.
      5.0 out of 5 stars Does the job.
      Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2024
      Plug in and go. Used with Windows PCs with zero isssues.
    • OSCAR H.
      5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELENTE COMPRA COMPRENLA QUEDARAN MUY COMPLACIDOS
      Reviewed in Mexico on January 17, 2024
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      MUY BUEN PRODUCTO EXCELENTE PRECIO Y BUENA CALIDAD
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    • Dom Boyle
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great product.
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 26, 2025
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-A & TYPE C (Black)Color: BlackVerified Purchase
      Great price point. Works really well. Very light weight and small. Tucks nicely away when not in use.
    • Sk
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      Reviewed in India on November 2, 2024
      Size: USB 3.0-USB-AColor: blackVerified Purchase
      Dvd is good quality is average speed is good .It is external so we can use easily it is small but its good and value for money