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Slim silver aluminium external DVD writer with USB cable

HP

HP External USB DVD Writer F2B56AA

SKU CH-VC72-EC0EW

An external USB DVD writer that records double-layer discs at up to 8X speed and stores up to 8.5GB per disc, powered entirely by the USB connection

  • Screen SizeNo
  • USB-powered — no separate power cable needed
  • Up to 8X double-layer recording speed
  • Writes 8.5 GB to a single double-layer disc
  • Sleek aluminum casing for durable portability
  • Back up, install software, and transport files on DVDs and CDs

External USB DVD Writer

The HP External USB DVD Writer F2B56AA is a portable optical drive for laptops and desktops that lack an internal bay. It reads and writes CDs and DVDs, including double-layer media, and draws power directly from the USB connection so no separate adapter is required.

Mobile users and Chromebook owners

It suits anyone needing a lightweight drive for software installs, data backups or media playback on the move. The aluminium casing protects the mechanism during transport. Buyers who want Blu-ray recording or an internal drive should look at something else.

8.5 GB double-layer support

The drive writes to double-layer DVDs at up to 8X speed, storing up to 8.5 GB on a single disc. This capacity decides whether the drive can hold your video projects, photo archives or large installers in one session.

Highlights

  • USB-powered — no separate power cable needed
  • Up to 8X double-layer recording speed
  • Writes 8.5 GB to a single double-layer disc
  • Sleek aluminum casing for durable portability
  • Back up, install software, and transport files on DVDs and CDs

Specifications

Screen SizeNo

Questions about this item

How much power does the USB port need to supply for all-day use?

The drive draws all its power from the USB connection, so no separate power cable is required during extended sessions.

Which operating systems or devices must I already have to use the writer?

It connects to any PC or Chromebook with a standard USB port and works without extra drivers.

Will the drive read and write the CDs and DVDs I already own?

Yes — it handles CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW and double-layer discs up to 8.5 GB.

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