Verbatim 98938 Slim External CD/DVD Writer USB 2.0

Slim external CD/DVD writer for laptops without

The Verbatim 98938 is a USB 2.0 powered optical drive designed for notebooks and ultrabooks that lack a built-in burner. Weighing 12 ounces and measuring 5.56 in x 5.31 in x 0.63 in, it fits easily into a laptop bag for portable use. It connects via USB Type-A with an included USB A to USB C adapter for modern ports. Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7 or higher and Mac OS X 10.6 or higher.

8X DVD and 24X CD write speeds

The drive writes DVD±R and DVD±R DL media at 8X and CD-R/RW at 24X, providing enough throughput for data backup, music compilation and video discs. It reads all common CD and DVD formats and is M-DISC ready, enabling writes to archival-grade media rated for industry-leading lifetime expectancies. USB 2.0 power means no external AC adapter is required, though the interface caps sustained transfer rates at the bus limit.

Replaces a missing internal drive for legacy media

This unit upgrades any system that has dropped its internal optical bay, restoring the ability to install software from disc, rip audio CDs or create physical backups. The bundled Nero Burn & Archive software (Windows only) adds secure burning and disc spanning features. It is not suited for Blu-ray playback or writing, nor for buyers who need faster USB 3.0 transfer speeds or a drive that draws more power than a single USB port supplies.