The Maplin External USB DVD Drive is an external CD/DVD reader/recorder with USB interface. It enables rapid burning of CD/DVD media with 24x write speed for CD and 8x for DVD. Archive your videos, photos, data and music to CD or DVD. Compact design, perfect for use with laptops. High-speed USB 2.0 interface for reliable use with transfer rates up to 480 Mbps. Silent play, smart disc read speed control reduces operational noise.