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ROOFULL External CD DVD Drive for Laptop with Carrying Case, USB 3.0 Type-CDescription Additional Features Come with Protective Case, High Speed USB 3.0, Longer Working Lifespan, Plug & Play, Slim & Portable Hardware Interface USB 3.0 Type A, USB Type C Optical Storage Write Speed Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Optical Storage Read Speed Max 24xCD / 8xDVD Hardware Platform All in One PC, Laptop, PC Cache Memory Installed Size 2 Compatible Devices Laptop, Desktop, All-in-One PC Connectivity Technology USB Data Transfer Rate 625 megabytes_per_second Form Factor External Media Speed DVD 11.04 / CD 3.6 megabytes_per_second Operating System Linux, Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP Read Speed 24 x Enclosure Material Aluminum, Plastic Item Dimensions L x W x H 5.87"L x 5.75"W x 0.63"H Item Highlight Portable CD DVD Player Burner Reader Writer ROM +/-RW Optical Drive for PC Desktop MacBook, Windows 11/10/8/7 Mac Linux OS Color Black Brand ROOFULL Model Number ECD819-SU3-BB Customer Package Type Storage Carrying Case and Box Manufacturer ROOFULL Built-In Media External CD/DVD Drive Item Weight 0.3 kg Mfr Part Number ECD819-SU3-BB Unit Count 1 Count Warranty Description 24 month warranty Special Feature function(f) {var { function(data) { var isTruncated = !data.truncateInstance.getIfTextFits(); var seeMoreElement = if(seeMoreElement) { seeMoreElement.style.display = isTruncated ? '' : 'none'; } }) });})); Come with Protective Case, High Speed USB 3.0, Longer Working Lifespan, Plug & Play, Slim & Portable See more
Product description ROOFULL ECD819-SU3 USB 3.0 External CD/DVD Player for Windows Mac Laptops PCs
If your new laptop doesn’t have a built-in CD/DVD drive, or your old one has stopped working, this USB 3.0 external CD/DVD drive is a perfect solution. Whether you want to enjoy your old music CDs, watch classic DVDs, or burn new discs, this drive has you covered.
With this high-speed external drive, you can easily burn music onto blank CDs to enjoy in your car or stereo, burn home videos or family memories to DVDs for safekeeping or sharing, rip/import music from your favorite CDs and save it to your computer in digital formats like MP3 or WAV, or view photos CDs or medical CDs (like X-rays or reports from your doctor). It’s also ideal for installing software, recovering systems from discs, or backing up important files to a disc for long-term storage. It’s a versatile tool for anyone who still uses CDs or DVDs.
Setting it up is a breeze. Simply plug the drive into your computer using the included USB cable, and it will be automatically recognized—no extra drivers or complicated steps. For Mac users, just insert a disc, and once it’s recognized, the drive icon will appear on your desktop. Then, use your preferred software to play, burn, or rip the disc. Whether you're reliving your old collection or backing up important data, this external CD/DVD drive is a reliable, easy-to-use tool that meets all your disc reading and writing needs.
If you’re frequently on the move, you’ll appreciate the portability of this drive. Slim and lightweight, it easily fits into your bag, and the included protective storage carrying case safeguards your optical drive from accidental drops and damage. Whether you’re a teacher showing educational videos, a business professional backing up files, or a student accessing software for your studies, this drive is the perfect travel companion. Its compact design ensures that you can carry it with you wherever you go without any hassle.
Please note, however, that this drive is designed for standard CDs and DVDs and is compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac computers only. It does not work with ChromeOS (Chromebook), iPads, smartphones, TVs, cars, Surface (some models), gaming consoles (PS4/PS5, Xbox), or projectors. It also does not support Blu-ray or 4K discs.
USB 3.0 High Speed, Supported Disc Type, and Max Read/Write Speed
Upgraded USB 3.0 not only supports high-speed transfers up to 5 Gbps — 10 times faster than USB 2.0 — with DVD 8X and CD 24X max read/write, but also offers smooth, stable, and reliable operation with enhanced error correction and noise reduction for long-lasting use.
Supported Disc Types: Support the reading, burning (writing/rewriting), and ripping (digitizing) of multiple types of discs, including CD-ROM, CD-R, CD±RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, VCD, SVCD. (Blu-ray Disc is NOT supported)
Max Read/Write Speeds: CD-ROM 24x, CD-R 24x, CD±RW 8x, DVD-ROM 8x, DVD±R 8x, DVD±RW 8x, DVD±R DL 4x (Tips: The drive gradually increases speed from the inner to the outer edge, starting slower and reaching peak performance as it progresses.)
Recommended Burning & Ripping Speed: While the maximum read/write speeds for CDs are 24X and 8X for DVDs, we recommend burning or ripping at 10X or lower for CDs, and 4X to 8X for DVDs. Slower speeds, such as 4X or 8X, are ideal for ensuring data integrity, especially with high-capacity or dual-layer discs. These speeds enable more precise data encoding, reducing the risk of read errors.
USB 3.0 Data Cable & USB-C Adapter
Equipped with a high-speed USB 3.0 data cable neatly embedded under the drive, along with a USB 3.0 to USB-C adapter, ensuring easy connection to various laptop or desktop computers.
Note: Plug the drive directly into your computer's USB port (avoid using a USB hub unless it’s self-powered).
Cable Length: The data cable is approximately 20 cm (7.88 inches). If a longer reach is needed, consider using a 1-foot extension data cable.
Plug and Play
Just plug the USB 3.0 or USB-C connector into your computer, it will install the driver automatically and be recognized by your PC (Mac will detect and show the icon after inserting a disc), then insert your disc and use the corresponding software to read or write your CD or DVD discs.
* Note: Plug and play means no manual driver installation, but media player or burning software is still required to play or burn discs.
Powerful Performance
As a professional manufacturer with 10 years of experience, ROOFULL specializes in producing quality, reliable external CD/DVD drives. Each drive features a 100% functional loader with USB 3.0 for high-speed performance, enhanced error correction, anti-shock protection, noise reduction, and low power consumption, ensuring a faster, smoother user experience. The maximum reading/writing speeds are up to 8x for DVDs and 24x for CDs.
Portable & Better Protection
If you’re frequently on the move, you’ll appreciate the portability of this drive. Slim and lightweight, it easily fits into your bag, and the included protective storage carrying case safeguards your optical drive from accidental drops and damage. Whether you’re a teacher showing educational videos, a business professional backing up files, or a student accessing software for your studies, this drive is the perfect travel companion.
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Compatibility, Incompatibility, Recommended Software, and Usage Instructions
Compatibility: This USB external CD/DVD player for PC is compatible with Windows laptops and desktops (11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP), Linux computers, and Apple devices including MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac mini, and Mac Studio (including M1, M2, M3, and M4 chips).
Incompatibility: This drive is not compatible with Chrome OS (Chromebooks), TVs, cars, trucks, projectors, tablets, iPads, smartphones, gaming consoles (PS4/PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), and it cannot play Blu-ray discs.
How to Use on Windows Computers: Prepare playback, burning, or ripping software based on your needs, and network connection for Windows 11 > Connect the data cable (located under the drive) to your computer's USB-A or USB-C port directly, or through a self-powered USB hub > The system will automatically install the necessary driver, and a “DVD RW” icon will appear in Windows Explorer > For video DVDs, make sure to set the DVD region code to match your disc (e.g., Region 1 for US/Canada); CDs do not require a region setting > Insert the CD or DVD, then use your chosen software to play, burn, or rip > When finished, eject the disc by pressing the physical button or right-clicking the icon and selecting “Eject.”
Trusted Free Software for Windows: For audio CD playback, use Windows Media Player or VLC; for video DVD playback, try VLC, Kodi, or 5KPlayer; to burn audio CDs, use CDBurnerXP or ImgBurn; for burning video DVDs, use ImgBurn, BurnAware Free, or CDBurnerXP; to rip audio CDs, consider Windows Media Player, iTunes, Exact Audio Copy (EAC), or Fre:ac; to rip video DVDs, use HandBrake or MakeMKV.
How to Set the Region Code in Windows: Right-click the "DVD-RW Drive" icon and select "Properties" > Go to the "Hardware" tab and select your CD/DVD drive > Click "Properties" at the bottom > Open the "DVD Region" tab > Choose the correct region (e.g. Region 1 for US/Canada) and click "OK". (Note: You can only change the region code 4~5 times.)
How to Use it on Apple Mac Computers: Open Finder > Settings (or Preferences, depending on your macOS version) > Ensure "CDs, DVDs, and iOS Devices" is checked in the General Tab and Sidebar Tab if available > Prepare the media player, burning, or ripping software based on your needs (not all) > Plug the data cable (located under the drive) into your computer's USB-A or USB-C port directly or a self-powered USB hub > Insert your CDs or DVDs > The disc drive icon will appear on the desktop after a disc is successfully read > Use your installed software to play, burn, or rip the disc > After playback/burning, the tray cannot open via the button due to macOS limitations. To eject a disc on Mac computers after playback/burning, right-click on the desktop icon and select "eject," or choose "File" > "Eject" from the menu.
Trusted Free Software for Apple Mac: For audio CDs, use Apple Music, iTunes, or VLC; for video DVD playback, use VLC or Apple DVD Player; for burning audio CDs, try Apple Music, Burn, or Express Burn; to burn video DVDs, use Burn for Mac, HandBrake, DVDStyler, or iDVD (for older systems); to rip audio CDs, use Apple Music, X Lossless Decoder (XLD), or HandBrake; to rip video DVDs, use MakeMKV or HandBrake with VLC (to read protected DVDs).
What's the Burning & Ripping: “Burning” means copying music, videos, or files from your computer onto a blank CD or DVD, while “ripping” means copying content from a CD or DVD onto your computer. These processes let you create custom discs or save physical media digitally.
Note Before Burning Discs: Before burning, ensure your blank disc capacity is sufficient (CD-R/CD-RW: 700MB or 80 min audio; DVD-R/DVD+R: 4.7GB or 2 hours video; Dual Layer DVD: 8.5GB for long videos), use the proper burning software, set a safe burning speed (10X or lower for CDs and 4X to 8X for DVDs), and confirm the file format is compatible with the blank disc (Supported audio formats: WAV, MP3, WMA, AAC [M4A]. For car or home CD players, burn in CD-DA format; Use MPEG-2, VOB, or MPG for DVD-Video.). To convert files into disc-compatible formats, use Burn (for Mac), DVDStyler (for Windows & Mac), or CDBurnerXP (for Windows). If burning a data disc for storage, you can include any standard file types without format conversion.
About Photo/Image Discs: Some photos cannot be viewed or downloaded on Mac and Windows due to incompatible disc formats, unsupported image files, copy protection, or disc damage. Both systems support JPEG, PNG, TIFF, BMP, GIF, HEIF, and most RAW formats, but some RAW files may need Preview, Photos, or third-party software to open.
Common Faults That May Occur & Troubleshooting Steps
[Windows OS] If your Windows computer recognizes the optical drive, you can see the DVD-RW icon in Windows Explorer. If your Windows laptop PC cannot recognize this CD/DVD drive, please try the following suggestions:
- Use the Type A and Type C cables on the back (bottom) of the optical drive to connect your computer's USB port or a self-powered USB hub. For Windows 11/10, please make sure a network connection and a media player software (Such as Windows Media Player for audio CDs, VLC player for audio CDs and video DVDs)
- Try a different USB: Move the data cable to different USB ports on your computer.
- Reinstall the driver: 1. Right-click the Windows Start Button in the lower left corner of the screen, or press the Windows Logo + X key combination on the keyboard, from the list, and click to select Device Manager. 2. Click View. 3. Click Show Hidden Devices. 4. Find this DVD/CD-ROM drive or similar name. 5. Right-click and select Uninstall. 6. Reboot your computer and replug the external drive, Windows will detect the drive and then reinstall it.
[Windows OS] This drive supports CDs and DVDs. If this drive can only play audio CDs but cannot play video/movie DVDs on your Windows PC, please try the methods below:
- Use the right media player software (such as VLC player). Some media players, such as Windows Media Player, cannot play video DVDs.
- Before playing video DVDs, please set the region code to number 1 to play the U.S. or CA DVDs. Steps: 1. Right-click the "DVD-RW Drive" icon and select "Properties". 2. Go to the "Hardware" tab and select your CD/DVD drive. 3. Click "Properties" at the bottom. 4. Open the "DVD Region" tab. 5. Choose the correct region (e.g. Region 1 for US/Canada) and click "OK". (Note: You can only change the region code 4-5 times.)
[Mac OS] The Mac computer will show the device icon after the disc is placed in the optical drive. If your MacBook, iMac, or Mac Pro/Studio cannot recognize this CD/DVD drive, please try the following suggestions:
- Open Finder > Settings (or Preferences, depending on your macOS version) > Ensure "CDs, DVDs, and iOS Devices" is checked in General Tab and Sidebar Tab if available.
- The Mac OS computer will not display the device icon until the disc is placed in the optical drive and the disc is read successfully.
- Move the data cable to different USB ports on your mac computer, and try different discs.
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- 【Time-Tested External CD/DVD Drive for Laptop】 If you want a simple DVD drive with long-term performance, this ROOFULL ECD819-SU3—sold and continuously optimized since 2016—is a proven choice for your Mac or PC. Effortlessly play DVD movies, burn custom discs, digitize physical music and video collections into MP3/MP4, restore classic software, and archive essential files without complicated setups. (Note: Supports all common CD/DVD formats; Blu-ray & 4K discs are NOT supported.)
- 【As Simple as an Internal Optical Drive】No driver installation or complicated setup required! Just plug the USB 3.0 data cable into your computer directly or a self-powered USB hub, and it will be recognized automatically (on Mac, a disc icon appears on the desktop once a disc is inserted). You can then use your preferred software to read, burn, or rip discs easily, just like using an internal optical drive. (Scroll down for detailed setup guide and recommended software.)
- 【Powered by USB 3.0 High Speed】Enhanced USB 3.0 not only delivers ultra-fast data transfers up to 5 Gbps (625MB/s) — 10× faster than USB 2.0 — with DVD 8X and CD 24X maximum read/write speeds, but also ensures smooth, stable, and reliable operation with strong error correction, minimal noise, and long-lasting durability. For modern ultra-slim laptops with only USB-C ports, a USB 3.0 to USB-C adapter is included, allowing seamless and hassle-free connection with most computers, old and new
- 【Wide Compatibility & Notes】This ROOFULL external DVD drive works with a wide range of systems, including Windows (11/10/8.1/7/Vista/XP), Linux, and macOS 10.16 and above. It’s perfect for laptops, desktops, and all-in-one computers from major brands like HP, Dell, Lenovo, ASUS, and Apple MacBook Pro/Air/iMac. (Note: It is NOT compatible with Chromebooks/ChromeOS, smartphones, tablets, iPads, TVs, cars, projectors, gaming consoles like PS4/5/Xbox, or Blu-ray/4K discs.)
- 【Compact, Portable & Gift-Ready】This slim and lightweight external CD/DVD drive is easy to carry—perfect for use at home, in the office, or on the go. It includes a durable, padded carrying case that protects the drive from dust, water, and accidental drops. Ideal for anyone who still enjoys CDs and DVDs, it also makes a thoughtful gift for collectors and media enthusiasts.
- 【2-Year Warranty & Worry-free Purchase】 Since 2015, ROOFULL has specialized in reliable external optical drives for 11 years. Built with brand-new parts and anti-interference tech, our drives ensure quiet, smooth operation. Every unit includes 2 years of service. If you need any assistance, please message us for: ① Patient Support: One-on-one guidance or troubleshooting for disc playback. ② Direct Resolution: A brand-new replacement or complete financial reimbursement, without the need to return the old one.
- 【Best Thing to Know Before Buying】① On Mac, the tray button won’t eject the disc after playing or burning due to macOS restrictions. Right-click the disc icon on the desktop and select "Eject," or use "File" > "Eject." ② If the disc icon doesn't appear on your Mac desktop, please go to "Finder" > "Settings" (or "Preferences") > "General" and ensure "External disks" is checked to allow it to display. ③ Plug-and-play means no driver needed, but you must install proper software before playing or burning discs. ④ For desktop PCs, if the drive doesn’t work properly, please test a rear USB port for better power supply.
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