Unitek External CD DVD Drive, USB C Portable CD/DVD +/-RW Drive/DVD Player
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About Unitek External CD DVD Drive, USB C Portable CD/DVD +/-RW Drive/DVD Player
Overall Feedback:
77% positive
92% highlighted the software compatibility
I forgot that Windows didn't have an included player anymore, but I did a quick search and found a recommended free one from a reliable site. It immediately played, showing that my external CD/DVD drive is compatible with the software I used.
I have found that the external CD-DVD drive is great for reading old CDs and other outdated software and archives.
I have found that it works really well with almost any software I have used to make DVDs or CDs.
96% liked the connectivity options
I have experienced that the external CD DVD drive has multiple connectivity options like SD port, USB 3.0 and 2.0, and another USB C Port. I was able to insert a flash stick into the USB port and write a CD with important pictures.
The external drive has a DVD player, CD burner, built-in hub, and can handle USB peripherals and SD cards.
I have multiple connectivity options with this drive including two USB-A ports, a USB-C port, and an SD card slot.
The DVD drive connected very well, which was a relief.
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92% appreciated its compatibility with devices, but 8% didn't
I found this external CD/DVD drive to be the perfect choice. I liked the easy-to-follow instructions and was able to hook it up with a USB extension cable to a USB port in the rear of my PC. It worked with no problems when I tested it with a music CD and a DVD movie. The HUB also worked well, recognizing all my flash drives.
I was able to import a CD, read a DVD-R burned on another drive, and burn a DVD-R without any issues, indicating that my drive is compatible with external CD/DVD drives.
I tested the device with a music CD and a DVD movie and it worked perfectly.
I used the USB 2 connector to attach the connectors on the same cable to my WIN 10 laptop.
97% liked the data transfer speed, but 3% raised issues
I tested the data transfer speed of the external CD-DVD drive and found that my Mac reported maximum bus speeds of 480mbps and USB 2.0-only connections.
I have used external CD/DVD drives in the past, but this one has fast uploads and downloads.
My experience with the USB card reader is that the speed of reading is slower than expected and does not match the listed specs.
I have experienced slow transfer speed between ports with external CD/DVD drives, which is a negative feedback.
