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. The Dell USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316 is a plug and play disc burning and disc playing solution that you can use with a USB port. 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. The drive is easy to use with pre-loaded software and USB power. Take advantage of the pre-loaded Cyber Link Media Suite to easily play and burn DVD/CDs, or install disc-based computer programs. Play or burn your favorite DVDs or CDs with the Dell USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316. This premium, drive is powered by your Ultrabook s or notebook s USB port, so no batteries or power cords are necessary.