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Dell DW316 USB DVD±R/W Optical Drive

BH #DEDW316 • MFR #8J15V
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Dell DW316 USB DVD±R/W Optical Drive
Key Features
  • Up to 480 Mb/s via USB 2.0
  • Compatible with DVD-RW and DVD+RW
  • Tray-Loading Design
  • Plug-and-Play with Windows 7 and Later
Read and write CDs and DVDs with the DW316 USB DVD±R/W Optical Drive from Dell. Featuring a plug-and-play design, this tray-loading optical drive utilizes a USB 2.0 connection, supporting transfer speeds up to 480 Mb/s. The Dell DW316 is compatible with Windows 7 and later Windows Operating Systems and comes with CyberLink Media Suite Software.
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Dell Slim DW316 Overview

Read and write CDs and DVDs with the DW316 USB DVD±R/W Optical Drive from Dell. Featuring a plug-and-play design, this tray-loading optical drive utilizes a USB 2.0 connection, supporting transfer speeds up to 480 Mb/s. The Dell DW316 is compatible with Windows 7 and later Windows Operating Systems and comes with CyberLink Media Suite Software.

Plug-and-Play
Featuring a plug-and-play design, the DW316 is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10 Operating Systems without the need for drivers or software.
UPC: 884116288473

Dell Slim DW316 Specs

Key Specs
Maximum Read Speed
DVD: 8x
Maximum Write Speed
DVD: 8x
M-DISC Support
No
OS Compatibility
Windows
Enclosure Type
External
Input/Output
USB-A 2.0
Loading Mechanism
Tray
Functional Orientation
Horizontal Only
Maximum Read Speed
DVD
  DVD-RW: 8x
Maximum Write Speed
DVD
  DVD-RW: 8x
M-DISC Support
No
OS Compatibility
Windows
Power Source
Bus Powered
Input Power
5 VDC
Power Consumption
8 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.4 x 0.6 x 5.7" / 137.16 x 15.24 x 144.78 mm
Weight
7.05 oz / 200 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.78 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.6 x 6.4 x 1.4"

Dell Slim DW316 Reviews

Works Good-Some Glitches

By Victoria
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-09

Easy Set-up. Lightweight. Copies CDs fast. Ran into some problems on older CD’s. Device had problem reading them. Got hung up. Couldn’t get out. Had to shut laptop down. Ruined several copy to CDs. Not sure if problem with CD/DVD Drive or CD copying from. Otherwise, it seems to works fine, I have copied dozens of CDs with no problem, just a few problems with older CDs. Quality of older CDs might be the issue.

Plug & play

By Edwin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-01-04

Just what this old, non nerd, man needed. Works just fine, needed it as my new computer didn't have CD/DVD capability.

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will this play DVDs from all regions?

will this play DVDs from all regions?
Asked by: Erik
The drive is region-free by default, but when connected to a computer the operating system will determine which region of DVDs can be played based on your location.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-01-03

will this play movies?

will this play movies?
Asked by: linda
The Dell DW316 USB DVD±R/W Optical Drive will allow a computer to play DVDs, but it will not work on its own with a TV.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-04-14

Will this work with ChromeOS/Linux?

Will this work with ChromeOS/Linux?
Asked by: Brett
Yes, it is totally plug and play on Ubuntu 24.04, likely earlier versions but that's what I am running.
Answered by: Nathan
Date published: 2026-03-04

Will this drive work with a HP windows 11 laptop?

Will this drive work with a HP windows 11 laptop?
Asked by: Perry
Yes, the Dell DW316 USB DVD±R/W Optical Drive (B&H # DEDW316) will be compatible with an HP Windows computer.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2025-10-19

Is the Dell DW316 compatible with the Dell ...

Is the Dell DW316 compatible with the Dell all-in-one desktop?
Asked by: Irenio
Yes, it is compatible.
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2023-04-02

Is it compatible with Dell all-in-one?

Is it compatible with Dell all-in-one?
Asked by: Irenio
Yes, this drive is compatible with any Windows 7/8/10 computer that has a USB-A port or an adapter to USB-A.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-09-14

What is the Country of Origin for this drive?

What is the Country of Origin for this drive?
Asked by: Talmadge
This item is made in China.
Answered by: Nilson
Date published: 2020-04-03

Does it format the DVD discs?

Does it format the DVD discs?
Asked by: Irenio
Yes, you format the disc in the software you use.
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2023-07-02
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