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CD's and DVD's remain among the most commonly used media types, however, more and more, laptop manufacturers are choosing to leave optical drives out of their newer models. The Verbatim External Slimline CD/DVD Writer offers laptop users a solution. Weighing a mere 12 ounces, this slim, lightweight external CD/DVD burner fits easily in a laptop bag, and allows users to read/write CD's and DVD's any time, any place. For added convenience, the drive draws power from a USB port on your notebook or ultrabook - with no extra AC cables to transport. In addition to supporting all common CD and DVD formats, for both read and write functionality, the Verbatim External Slimline CD/DVD Writer is M-Disc ready - providing an archival solution with industry-leading disc lifetime expectancies - ideal for backing up sensitive data, as well as music and video libraries. The Verbatim Slimline CD/DVD Writer features Nero Burn & Archive software for seamless archiving, and reliable secure disc burns.
Key Product Info
- Read and write CDs and DVDs any time and place
- Compact and lightweight
- USB powered
Question from David: Asked on 25/10/2025 Does this work plug and play with Windows 11 on my Acer Aspire 5 laptop. All I want to do is play my CDs.
Hi David,Yes! The Verbatim External Slimline CD/DVD Writer (model 98938) should work plug-and-play with your Acer Aspire?5 running Windows?11. You can simply connect it via USB, and it will let you play CDs without needing extra drivers. Just make sure your laptop’s USB port provides enough power, and if you want to play DVDs, you’ll need compatible playback software.Thanks!