Best External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop PCConsidering that most of the latest laptops and desktop computers are not equipped with an internal CD/DVD drive. A simple and reliable USB 3.0 & USB-C external CD/DVD drive is the best solution for reading and burning your CDs and DVDs. Just plug this external CD/DVD RW drive into your laptop or desktop PC > It will be recognized by your PC automatically (Mac will detect and show the icon after inserting a disc) > Insert your CDs or DVDs > Use a media player, burning, or ripping software to read, write, and rip your CDs and DVDs. As easily as a built-in optical drive. (Scroll down to see detailed steps and recommended software)What You Can Do with ItThis is not just an external CD and DVD reader player, but also a fast CD & DVD burner writer rewriter recorder, and ripper. With this CD/DVD adapter, you can use media player app (e.g. VLC Player, Windows media player, Apple Music/iTunes, etc.) to read your collections of music CDs, movie DVDs, or self-burned discs; Use burning software to burn mp3 music, video, photos, or data to blank CDs or DVDs; Or use a ripping software to digitize/import music, video, photos, or files from CDs/DVDs to your computer. Furthermore, you can also use it to install software, games, and systems from CDs or DVDsCompatible Systems and DiscsThis USB external CD/DVD drive for PC is compatible with Windows 11/ 10/ 8.1/ 7/ Vista/ XP/98/SE/ME/2000, Linux, and Mac OS. It seamlessly complements a variety of laptops, notebooks, desktops, and all-in-one computers from renowned brands like HP, LG, SAMSUNG, ASUS, DELL, ThinkPad, Microsoft, Apple MacBook, and more. Enjoy support for reading and writing CD+/-R, CD+/-RW, CD-ROM, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM, VCD, and SVCD disks.Kindly NoteThis drive can not work with Chromebook, Smartphone, TV, iPad, iPhone, Projectors, Trucks, Cars, and Blu-ray discs High-Speed Data Cable & Separate Power CordThe data cable embedded in the bottom of the drive has USB 3.0 & USB-C two kinds of connectors on the end, making it easier to connect different laptop or desktop computers without an adapter required and no worries about losing the data cable. USB 3.0 is an updated version of USB 2.0 that provides faster data transfer rates of up to 5 Gigabits/s, approximately 10 times faster than USB 2.0. If the CD drive can't get enough power through a single data cable, use the attached power supply cord together to get extra power from a USB port on your PC or a USB power adapter/bank. (Note: The power cord is not a data cable, avoid using it independently)Slim and Portable DVD PlayerThis slim external optical player is designed to be compact and portable, making it easy to take with you wherever you go (home, office, or on the go). It's also a good idea as a gift to hobbyists who collect CDs and DVDs Thing to Know Before PurchasingThis USB disc drive is not compatible with Chromebooks, Phones, iPads/Tablets, Cars, Projectors, TVs, PS4/5, Xbox, and Blu-ray/ 4K discs. Due to macOS limitations, the tray cannot be opened via the button after playing or burning a disc. To eject a disc on Mac, right-click the desktop icon and select "Eject," or go to "File" > "Eject" from the menu. The USB 3.0 Type-C data cable is located at the bottom (under the drive), while the separate power supply cord is used to provide additional power and cannot be used independently. Plug and play means no manual driver installation, but software is still required to play or burn discs