8,0/10 ()
Suitable for Windows 11
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J.
4 July 2024
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HP USB External DVD-RW Drive
- 60,-
- 80,-
- 49,99
Windows
Windows, macOS
Windows, macOS
24
8
8
CD, DVD
CD, DVD
CD, DVD
- Optical drive type
External
External
External
Product information
Pros and cons
According to our optical drive expert
- With this optical drive, you can play CDs and DVDs on a laptop that doesn't have an optical drive.
- The optical drive is only 9.5mm thick, so it doesn't take up a lot of space on your desk or in your bag.
- This optical drive takes up extra space on your desk.
Description
With the HP USB External DVD-RW Drive, you can play your CDs and DVDs on your PC or laptop without DVD player. Connect this external USB drive to your computer via the included USB-A cable. The write speed is 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs, so you're done in no time. This HP optical drive is suitable for both Windows and macOS. Note: for macOS, you might need a docking station or USB hub for the USB-A connector if your Apple device only has USB-C ports.
This is what you get
- USB-A to mini USB cable
Key specs
Media compatibility | CD, DVD | |
Compatible with operating system | Windows | |
Optical drive type | External | |
DVD write speed | 24 |
Suitable accessories
Reviews
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Most helpful reviews
- 9,5/10 ()
Plug and Play
- Plug and play
- Handy small size
- Does what it promises
- No
Read full reviewKarin
9 November 2023
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- 8,5/10 ()
Right purchase
- Very easy to connect
- Works right away
- No
Read full reviewHenk
15 November 2023
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- 6,5/10 ()
Works well, not quite according to specifications.
- Works immediately.
- No installation CD.
Read full reviewBram
2 February 2024
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- 8,5/10 ()
Generally positive
- Compact
- Looks neat
- Plug and play. No installation required
- Cable could be a little longer
Read full reviewF. Hoogreef
30 March 2024
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- 9,0/10 ()
Functional but very fragile
- very compact
- easy to connect
- the DVD tray is very fragile. You have to carefully place the discs in and out.
Read full reviewJaap
13 April 2024
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- 10/10 ()
Great. Does what it's supposed to do.
- Plug and play
Read full reviewJos
12 October 2024
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- 4,0/10 ()
not solid
Read full reviewRe Janssen
13 November 2024
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- 9,5/10 ()
Specifications do not match reality
- metal housing
- small size
- the specifications state a writing speed of 24x for DVD while the box states 8x
Read full reviewHenri
16 February 2025
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- 6,0/10 ()
unusable for me
- nice and small
- Cannot be used with Windows 11
Read full reviewbert
10 February 2024
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8,0/10 ()
Suitable for Windows 11
The device functions fine under Windows 11. This is contrary to what has previously been stated here.
J.
4 July 2024
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9,5/10 ()
Plug and Play
- Plug and play
- Handy small size
- Does what it promises
- No
Easy to use and does what it promises. Play CDs and DVDs etc.
Karin
9 November 2023
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8,5/10 ()
Right purchase
- Very easy to connect
- Works right away
- No
Does what it's supposed to do and is easy to connect
Henk
15 November 2023
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Specifications
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Product
Product number | 934950 | |
Manufacturer code | F6V97AA#ABB | |
Brand | HP | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue |
Optical drive properties
Media compatibility | CD, DVD | |
Optical drive type | External | |
USB port | ||
DVD write speed | 24 | |
CD-ROM write speed | 24 | |
ODD writing compatibility | CD-ROM, DVD | |
LightScribe |
System requirements
Plug and Play | ||
Compatible with operating system | Windows |
Physical properties
Weight | 200 g |
Depth | 13,75 cm |
Material | Metal |
Height | 1,4 cm |
Width | 14,4 cm |
