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product_id: 15310906
title: "USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316 - Plug and Play, 8 Watt Power Consumption, Windows 11 or Below - Black"
brand: "dell"
price: "$88.91"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Dell"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/15310906-usb-slim-dvd-rw-drive-dw316-plug-and-play-8
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Low 8W power consumption Supports DVD+/- RW burning Plug & Play USB connectivity USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316 - Plug and Play, 8 Watt Power Consumption, Windows 11 or Below - Black

**Brand:** dell
**Price:** $88.91
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💿 Stay connected to your media world—wherever work or play takes you!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316 - Plug and Play, 8 Watt Power Consumption, Windows 11 or Below - Black by dell
- **How much does it cost?** $88.91 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- dell enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted dell brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Power-Smart Design:** Consumes only 8 watts, maximizing efficiency without draining your laptop’s battery.
- • **Effortless Plug & Play:** Instantly connect via USB—no drivers, no hassle, just seamless media access.
- • **Trusted Dell Reliability:** Backed by a 1-year limited hardware warranty—because your media deserves premium protection.
- • **Ultra-Slim & Lightweight:** At just 14mm thick and 200g, it’s the perfect travel companion for your mobile workspace.
- • **Preloaded CyberLink Suite:** Burn, play, and manage discs with professional-grade software right out of the box.

## Overview

The Dell USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316 is a sleek, portable external optical drive designed for professionals on the move. With plug-and-play USB connectivity, low power consumption, and preloaded CyberLink software, it effortlessly plays and burns DVDs and CDs. Its slim 14mm profile and lightweight 200g design make it ideal for ultrabooks and notebooks, while a 1-year limited warranty ensures dependable performance. Perfect for those who value physical media access alongside modern digital workflows.

## Description

The Dell External USB Slim DVD +/– RW Optical Drive is a plug and play disc burning and disc playing solution that you can use with a USB port.

Review: Perfect - Purchased a new computer and desktops no longer have built in DVD players. I purchased this on recommendation of my computer expert. It works perfectly for CDs and music. Has a button to push to open the tray which I wanted and many do not have. Simple set up...plug in and go. Does come with extra software you can install for burning cds. I couldn't be happier.
Review: Get it! Dude, you're getting a Dell! - If you have need for an optical drive, get this. Don't go for a cheaper, non-brand name alternative. This Dell is already such a great price. If using Windows, download VLC free media player. It's been the gold standard of "easy to use" media players for over 20 yrs. It just works! This combo will allow you to enjoy all your DVD movies! Most modern computers no longer have an included optical drive. This is to reduce cost and weight. It's nice to have physical media. Especially nice when the internet is down. I have multiple streaming services. None of them will work when wifi doesn't work or the internet is down in my area. Storms can knock out service anywhere in the U.S. So don't become too reliant on 100% internet life.

## Features

- At home or on the go: Simply plug the low profile (14mm), lightweight (200g) drive into your Ultrabook or notebook's USB port and you'll be ready to play or burn your favorite DVD or CD at home in even a small workspace. Or, place the drive in your bag to take this functionality with you
- Pre–loaded CyberLink Media Suite: Take advantage of the pre–loaded CyberLink Media Suite to easily play and burn DVD/CDs, or install disc–based computer programs.
- Exceptional performance: Play or burn your favorite DVDs or CDs with the Dell External USB Slim DVD +/– RW Optical Drive. This premium, external optical drive is powered by your Ultrabook's or notebook's USB port, so no batteries or power cords are necessary.
- Simple, elegant design: The Dell External USB Slim DVD +/– RW Optical Drive has a streamlined design, which compliments contemporary notebooks and blends in well with your home workspace or a high tech cafe.
- Dell Services: Purchase with confidence and rely on the protection of a 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty for your Dell External USB Slim DVD +/– RW Optical Drive.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00VWVZ0V0 |
| Additional Features | Plug & Play |
| Best Sellers Rank | #11 in External CD & DVD Drives |
| Brand | Dell |
| Built-In Media | Dell USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive - DW316, Documentation |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 15,959 Reviews |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04580691187908 |
| Hard Disk Description | DVD Drive |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 5.7 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 5.7"L x 5.4"W x 0.6"Th |
| Item Type Name | Dell USB DVD Drive-DW316 |
| Item Weight | 7.04 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Dell |
| Mfr Part Number | M8WNW |
| Model Name | DW316 |
| Model Number | DW316 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Read Speed | 10.64 Megabytes Per Second |
| Special Feature | Plug & Play |
| Specific Uses For Product | business, personal |
| UPC | 884116181477 792137834459 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1-Year Limited Hardware Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Dell
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 2 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** DVD Drive
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 5.7 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 2.0/3.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Plug & Play

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this play on Windows 10**
A: Yes, it will work on Windows 10. Don't use the software that comes with it. Download Handbrake or something similar instead.

**Q: can it be used with a mac? I have a new macbook pro running yosemite...**
A: Yes it does work on Mac, BUT the drive will not mount until you insert a disc into the drive.  I tested this on both Yosemite and Sierra.  

On Sierra, I tested it against USB-c, which is the smaller port found on newer (2017 and forward) Macbook Pros.  I used a USB-c to USB-a adapter to do so. It worked fine.

**Q: Anyone noticed the usb cable provided seems like usb 2 instead usb3?**
A: Well I did not get any USB cable. And I see some did get software which was posted that this product has.
Maybe the Dell folks could send this stuff out to me since the USB is not a common type, and software will be another $30 or so....

**Q: Will it play bluray disk also?**
A: Im sorry, the product will not play blue ray

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect
*by A***R on April 2, 2026*

Purchased a new computer and desktops no longer have built in DVD players. I purchased this on recommendation of my computer expert. It works perfectly for CDs and music. Has a button to push to open the tray which I wanted and many do not have. Simple set up...plug in and go. Does come with extra software you can install for burning cds. I couldn't be happier.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Get it! Dude, you're getting a Dell!
*by K***R on December 29, 2025*

If you have need for an optical drive, get this. Don't go for a cheaper, non-brand name alternative. This Dell is already such a great price. If using Windows, download VLC free media player. It's been the gold standard of "easy to use" media players for over 20 yrs. It just works! This combo will allow you to enjoy all your DVD movies! Most modern computers no longer have an included optical drive. This is to reduce cost and weight. It's nice to have physical media. Especially nice when the internet is down. I have multiple streaming services. None of them will work when wifi doesn't work or the internet is down in my area. Storms can knock out service anywhere in the U.S. So don't become too reliant on 100% internet life.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great -- needed a little assist with software installation
*by L***G on April 17, 2024*

Recently I had a need for a DVD player for my laptop to play a few specific discs however with technology change, of course it did not have a built in optical drive. So I hit up amazon and picked out an external DVD/BD that claimed to be plug and play. But upon using it, there was no software to read discs and it would not work with the VLC software I already was familiar with and had installed. I returned it and went looking again. I came across this external player that specifically advertised it came with software to read discs as well as to burn them. It was a bonus this Dell external would save me $$. It arrived quickly and sealed. Nearly flawless plug and play but it did require a little Googling during the software installation. I ran into trouble that Windows was blocking the installation requiring Administrator access regardless that I am the admin of my own computer. If you find you run into trouble installing the PowerDVD software that comes with this drive, try the following which was taken from the Microsoft Answers Community Forum: 1. type "command prompt" into the search bar and then RIGHT click it to "Run as Administrator". 2. in the command prompt window type "net user administrator /active:yes" and it should follow with "The command completed successfully" message. 3. from the Start window and your user profile, click it to change to the Administrator profile and wait for it to be set up. 4. locate the setup.exe file for the software and install it. 5. switch back to your original user profile from the Start window. 6. to disable the Admin account access the Command Prompt with Admin rights and type "net user administrator /active:no" which will also be followed by the message "The command completed successfully" This worked perfectly for me, and the software has had no issues reading the DVDs I placed in the drive. The drive initial disc spin up has a little bit of noise but then the drive quiets back down and is not noticeable during playback. Highly recommend this drive with its included PowerDVD software.

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*Last updated: 2026-05-18*