DrPhone DW5 - USB-C External CD-RW/DVD-RW Drive - Type-C CD/DVD Player & Burner - Computer Laptop/Desktops - Macbook / Windows

Do you have a laptop without a built-in CD/DVD drive? With the DrPhone USB-C external DVD-RW burner, you can easily read and burn CDs and DVDs via a stable USB-C 3.1 connection. Ideal for installing software, making backups or playing media.

USB-C 3.1 – Fast & stable connection:
The USB-C port ensures reliable and fast data transfer when burning discs or installing programs. You connect the drive directly to your MacBook, Windows laptop or other USB-C devices.

Plug & Play – Ready to use immediately: No drivers needed.
Connect the drive via USB-C and it will be automatically recognised by the system (Windows / Mac OS / Linux).

Sleek, lightweight and shock-resistant design with aluminium finish for a modern look.

Ultra thin & portable:
Compact size (15 x 15 x 2 cm) and lightweight design. Easy to carry in your laptop bag.

Compatibility:

Supports among others:

• Windows 2000 / XP / 2003
• Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11
• Linux
• Mac OS 10 and higher

Note:

• Not suitable for iPad (iPad does not support external optical drives)
• No Blu-ray support (no Blu-ray player or burner)

Supported media:

• CD-ROM
• CD-R / CD-RW
• DVD-ROM
• DVD±R
• DVD±RW
• DVD±R DL
• DVD-RAM

Read speed:

• CD-ROM: 24x
• DVD-ROM: 8x
• DVD-ROM Dual Layer: 6x

Write speed:

• CD-R: 24x
• CD-RW: 6x
• DVD±R: 8x
• DVD±RW: 6x
• DVD-RAM: 5x

MacBook use (important):
For playing DVD videos on Mac we recommend the free VLC Media Player (videolan.org).
Some DVDs require you to set the region via:
Device Manager → DVD drive → Region settings.

Usage tips

• Always connect the drive directly to the USB-C port of your computer (not via a USB hub or extension cable).
• Place the drive stably on a flat surface.
• Data speed may vary depending on computer performance and system environment.

DrPhone Advice:

• For playing CD/DVD: use VLC Media Player (free).
• For burning DVDs: use for example BurnAware (free software).

Specifications:
Type: External DVD-RW
Interface: USB-C
Material: Aluminium + plastic
Colour: Silver / Black
Dimensions: 15 x 15 x 2 cm