DIGISTOR External 8x DVD Burner USB 2.0 Tray-Load Drive Review

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(More customer reviews)PROS:
- amazing space-saver
- very portable, bring it just about anywhere
- sleek modern design
CONS:
- didn't like the speeds on burning some media (DVD-RW)
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Just bought myself a netbook right before Windows 7 came out. It was a capable little system, so I decided to bring it up to Windows 7. I had the DVD and so I decided to pair it up with an external DVD drive - first to install the new OS, and for burning and DVD playback functionality as well.
As I said in my title, everything works. I bring my netbook around for surfing, doing quick notes, and now I can view that odd DVD movie when I'm in long trips or in idle times. This DIGISTOR is just what the doctor ordered. It doesn't need a separate power cord, so there's only the USB connection -- pretty handy and space-saving when I use it with my desktop as well.
I've burned all typs of media, it hasn't given me any "coaster" burns yet (bad burns), I just wish the DVD-RW speeds were faster, but other than that, it all works.
It's slim and sleek, I can carry it wherever I go, and it's pretty quiet too. I got the standard tray-load version, I don't know how noisy the slot-loading one is -- slot loading drives are generally noisier than standard tray loaders.
If you're looking for an optical drive that's a perfect netbook partner, look no further.
PS: I hear they have an external USB Blu-Ray drive too. Yep, I found it here -> DIGISTOR USB 2.0 Powered Blu-ray Burner (Slot-Load) External - might be worth checking out as well.

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The must-have accessory for Netbook and mobile PC users!. Tray-Load External DVD Drive.
Add the DIGISTOR Self-Powered DVD Writer to your netbook, laptop, or desktop and easily gain quick CD/DVD read/write functionality in a ultra-mobile package. Since our products feature a unique integrated lithium polymer battery, this drive only requires (1) USB connection to operate.

Product Details Burn & play CDs DVDs via (1) USB connectionUse with any model of Laptop / Notebook or desktop PC that has USB support.Does not require an AC adapter, making it a perfect solution for the mobile user requiring access to their data.Dimensions: 23mm (H) x 138mm (W) x 171mm (D)Requirements: USB Connection, Burning Software and Operating System (Mac or PC)General Features 8x maximum write speed (DVDR) 6x maximum write speed (DL DVD+R) 6x maximum write speed (DL DVD-R) 5x maximum write speed (DVD-RAM) 8x maximum rewrite speed (DVDRW) 8x maximum write speed (CD-R) 8x maximum rewrite speed (CD-RW) 24x maximum read speed (CD) Front Panel Features Stop/eject button Emergency eject hole Supported Disc Formats DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-DA, Photo CD (Single & Multi-Session), Video, CD, CD-Text, CD-Extra System Requirements : PC (Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista) or MAC (OS X 10.2 or higher) Package Includes: 1 x DIG-72042 External Drive 1 x USB Cable 1x Manual

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