External DVD Drive

Today’s external DVD drives connect with a wide array of devices. Some brands come with a connection hub that works with USB-C, USB Type-A SuperSpeed ports, a microSD card reader, and HDMI 1.4 port, so the connection options are limitless—no adapters or cords needed. No matter your computer operating system—there is an external DVD drive that will work for you. At Connection, we have a wide range of external DVD drives made by the most respected manufacturers. We’re happy to assist you in finding the right connection for your specific functionality and hardware.

The DVD read and write speeds have advanced up to 8x read and write, which translates to around 11.08 MB/s. This means seven minutes to write a single-layer DVD to capacity or 13 minutes for a dual-layer DVD. Some models will burn encrypted discs at the 8x rate. Look for an external drive that operates all optical media—CD, DVD, and Blu-Ray discs—for optimal flexibility and storage capacity. Remember, the standard storage available on a single-layer, recordable DVD is 4.7GB (approximately a 2.5 hour video) and a Blu-Ray holds 50GB (or that of about 10 standard DVDs). If you’re looking for a drive that can handle large, high-resolution files at the breakneck speed of 16x, you may need to sacrifice the look of ultra-sleek models for functionality. Additionally, these higher-powered external optical drives require an external power source and aren’t as portable.

An external DVD drive is highly versatile—play the audio or visual media without access to the Internet, share your 3D animated portfolio with ease, or show worker safety videos on site. It’s important to note that DVD drives have firmware and manufacturers will provide you with updates as needed. If you have any questions about integrating an external DVD drive with your existing computer network, feel free to call Connection for a storage assessment today.Close