PeroBuno External CD/DVD Reader and Burner Abandoning optical drives allows computer manufacturers to create thinner and more compact laptops. Most of the new notebooks on the market now do not built-in CD-ROM drive, and some only have a limited number of USB ports. In order to make laptops thinner and have higher transmission speeds, some even only have Type C ports. But we may have a large collection of 90s CDs, and we want to put them in a laptop to feel the nostalgia or insert a DVD collection to watch movies. Or, you may just need a CD/DVD drive for emergencies, such as data transfer, system backup, etc. Fortunately, We have already done all the work for you. This multi-function 2 in 1 USB A/USB C data cable external USB 3.0 disc drive that we launched is not only a CD/DVD reader, but also it has the function of CD/DVD burner. At the same time, it is equipped with a variety of USB ports and SD/TF card slots to meet all your peripheral equipment needs - all for a decent price. This will allow you to have more budget to buy the latest laptops that are comfortable, smooth, and have powerful processors and graphics cards. THESE THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING - This dvd rw drive can only start its job after it is connected to a laptop or a desktop, so it is not compatible with TVs, cars, trucks, projectors, tablets, iPads, phones, PS4/5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, surface (some models), etc. In addition, it is compatible with Windows11/10/8/7/XP/Vista, Mac OS and Linux. Not compatible with Chrome OS, Ubuntu system and Blu-ray disc. With this USB external CD/DVD RW Drive, you can read movies DVDs, play music CDs, burn and rip discs, copy photos, install software/games/system, backup data and more. And just slips easily into your travel bag, perfect companion for DVD lovers, using everywhere. Powerful Performance New upgraded DVD loader with faster speed, low impedance & anti-interference ability, bring you a fast and more smooth experience. Plug and Play No additional drivers are needed, just plug the USB A or USB C connector into your computer, insert the disc, your PC will automatically recognize it, and then you can use it to read or write CD or DVD discs with the corresponding software. 8 in 1 USB 3.0 Hub It is not only CD/DVD burner, but also a USB 3.0 hub, including USB A 3.0 port*1, USB A 2.0 port*1, USB C port*2, TF card slot*1, SD card slot*1. Extra built-in SD/TF card reader is perfect for you to transfer photos shooting or videos by your camera from memory cards to your computers. Package Contain External CD/DVD Drive * 1User Manual * 1USB A to DC Power Supply Cable * 1DVD Drive Storage Bag * 1 2-in-1 USB 3.0 Connector USB-C and USB-A connectors built into the back of the usb drive make it easier to connect to more laptops and desktop computers, no USB hub/adapter required. The clever design hides the USB 3.0 and USB-C cables on the back of this disk drive, eliminating the hassle of plugging and unplugging, and worrying about losing the cables. You can easily take out the data cable when using it, and organize it when not in use. Don't worry about Power Shortage Some ultra-thin laptops and older computers have too little power output due to their design or long use, and cannot provide enough operating current for the drive. You can plug the optical drive into a 5V USB charger/ power bank or another USB port on your laptop through the USB A to DC Power Supply Cable to provide enough power to the drive, getting rid of the problem of insufficient power output on those computers. (Note: If your computer can provide enough power to the USB drive via the USB A/C data cable, you don't need to use this USB A to DC Power Supply Cable.) Wide Compatibility Compatible with Windows 11/10/8/7/XP/Vista, Mac OS and Linux. Ideal for Apple new and old MacBook Air/Pro, Mac mini/Studio/Pro, iMac, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Thinkpad, LG, Samsung, Toshiba, Panasonic, SONY, VAIO, SHARP, FUJITSU, NEC, MSI, Acer, ASUS laptops and desktops. Not compatible with cars, trucks, TVs, projectors, smartphones, iPhones, tablets, iPads, PS4/5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, surface (some models), Chrome OS, Ubuntu system and Blu-ray/3D/4K discs. More Portable and Better Protection The portable external usb disc drive also comes with a velvet storage bag, allowing us to carry and use this portable cd rom external drive anytime and anywhere. It is the best choice for home, office and travel. For troubleshooting steps Please check if your computer is recognizes to the optical drive (if your computer recognizes the optical drive, you can see the icon of "DVD RW Drive" in your computer's "My Computer". The Mac OS computer will not display the device icon until the disc is placed in the optical drive and the disc is read successfully. ). If the optical drive is not recognized by the computer, the following are suggestions for solutions. *Method 1:Check external connections. 1. Use the Type A and Type C cables on the back of the machine to connect the laptop. (The cable comes with the package is only for current transmission, not for data transmission.) 2. Connect the machine to other USB ports. *Method 2: Update or reinstall the driver. Drivers for your CD, DVD drive is included within the Operating System and hence does not require you to install a specific driver. Uninstalling the driver and restarting the computer will reinstall the driver which will resolve most issues related to the device driver. *Method 3: Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.(Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10) You can run the Windows Hardware and Devices troubleshooter which is built-in to Microsoft Windows. The Hardware and Devices troubleshooter is available in Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 & Windows 10 only. If the optical drive is recognized by the computer, the product problem you encounter may be caused by the following two reasons: 1. The power supply of the product is insufficient - Please use a 5V charger / power bank supply to supplement it. （Note: For the Apple computers, you need to connect the external CD/DVD drive to the computer first, and then connect the supplementary power supply to the external CD/DVD drive, otherwise the Apple computer will not recognize the external CD/DVD drive.） 2. WINDOWS 11 needs a media player (such as VLC ) and a network connection. These things you need to know before buying Incompatible devices and discs This CD/DVD drive cannot play Blu-ray discs. And it is not compatible with cars, trucks, TVs, projectors, smartphones, iPhones, tablets, iPads, PS4/5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, surface (some models), Chromebooks and Ubuntu OS. Open the tray For Windows, simply press the button on the front of the drive to eject the tray. For mac OS, the drive button is limited by mac OS and cannot open the tray, right-click the icon on the desktop and select "Eject", or select "File" - "Eject". If the device fails and cannot be opened, don't worry, we will solve the problem or resend you a new product. Use it on Windows 1. Take out the USB A/C data cable built into the back of the drive. 2. Plug the USB A or USB C connector into your computer's USB port (not through a USB hub). 3. Your computer will recognize the drive. 4. Set the region code to number 1 to play US or Canadian DVDs (CDs do not have region code). 5. Insert your CD or DVD. 6. Use a media player (such as Windows Media Player, VLC Player, etc.) or burning/ripping software to read/write the disc. Use it on Mac OS 1. Click “Finder” , select “Preferences” , make sure “CDs, DVDs, and iPods” is selected. 2. Take out the USB A/C data cable built into the back of the drive. 3. Plug the USB A or USB C connector into your mac/macbook/imac USB port (not through a USB hub). 4. Insert your CD or DVD. 5. Your Mac will recognize the drive, read the disc and an icon will appear on the desktop. 6. Use a media player (such as Apple Music, iTunes, DVD Player, etc.) or burning/ripping software to read/write the disc. Setting Region Code in Windows 1. Right-click the "DVD-RW Drive" icon and select "Properties". 2. Select the "Hardware" tab. 3. Select the corresponding CD/DVD-ROM drive and click to open the "Properties" tab at the bottom. 4. Select the "DVD Region" tab. 5. Select the corresponding country region (USA is 1) and then click "OK". Note: You are only allowed to change the region code 4-5 times. Make sure computer recognizes Insert the external optical drive into the computer. After the Windows system recognizes the optical drive, the "DVD RW Drive" icon will be displayed. The Mac OS computer will not display the device icon until the disc is placed in the optical drive and the disc is read successfully. If the computer fails to recognize the optical drive, it may be that the computer's driver is missing or the output current is insufficient. Update/reinstall the PC driver 1.Press the Windows logo key + R to open the Run dialog box. 2.Type devmgmt.msc in the Run dialog box, then press Enter. 3.In Device Manager, expand DVD/CD-ROM drives, right-click the CD and DVD devices, and then select Uninstall. 4.When you are prompted to confirm that you want to uninstall the device, select OK. 5. Restart the computer. After the computer restarts, the drivers will be automatically installed. Supplement power to the drive It's better to use the 5V charger/power bank to increase the power if your computer don't have enough power to support the external drive. Note: For the Apple computers, you need to connect the external CD/DVD drive to the mac/macbook/imac through the USB A/C data cable first, and then connect the 5V charger/power bank to the external CD/DVD drive through the charging cord, otherwise the Apple computer will not recognize the external CD/DVD drive. Data cable and charging cord The USB A/C data cable is built into the bottom of the drive, and the charging cord is a separate USB cord that comes with the package. The charging cord cannot be used as a data cable alone, it must be used together with the USB A/C data cable built into the back of the drive. WINDOWS 11 Requirements WINDOWS 11 needs a media player (such as VLC ) and a network connection. The USB A/C data cable length This USB A/C cable is embedded on the back of the cd drive. Due to the size of the drive enclosure, the total length of the data cable is only about 10.6 inches / 27 cm. Reading and writing speed This CD/DVD drive supports USB 3.0 and can provide data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps. Although it has up to 8x DVD read/write speed and 24x CD read/write speed, the drive reads and writes CD/DVD discs at speeds that increase from the inner circle to the outer circle, and the starting speed is usually lower, reaching the maximum speed when reaching the outermost circle.