Sony DRXS70U/R External Portable Slim-Line USB 2.0 DVD Drive Review

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(More customer reviews)It seems like everyone and his brother is getting this to use with an Acer Aspire One.

Well, it works fine with mine.

When I installed the CentOS/Linux operating system, the installation software didn't automatically recognize the drive, and I had to pick from a list of CentOS's drivers.That was no problem, however.

If you're going to use the unit to install a new operating system, or otherwise boot to the unit, you'll appreciate the outside power supply, since the USB ports on the Aspire One aren't powered until a few seconds into boot-up.By then the bios would have decided that no DVD was connected, and would be booting from the hard drive.

I found that out the hard way with a USB-powered unit made by LG, which is why I went for the Sony instead.That and several other problems with the LG.

Best for the Aspire One would be a USB-powered unit with an optional external power supply.

This is a first-rate drive, at a reasonable price.

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Product Description:
Record DVDs and CDs from virtually anywhere with this external Sony DRXS70UR multi-format DVD burner. Its small size is the perfect notebook companion. This external ultra-slim USB DVD burner supports all popular DVD and CD formats, including double-layer. Suitable for a desktop PC or a laptop, this DVD burner takes up very minimal space on your desk or carry case. Weighing just about 14 ounces, this burner is designed to be mobile friendly - easy to carry anywhere. With its new brushed design aluminum casing, the drive is robust and cosmetically very appealing. The DRXS70UR is supplied with the Nero software suite for operation on Windows Vista/XP/2000 PC. Many of the new Netbooks from Acer, Asus, HP, and Samsung do not include a DVD/CD drive. This is an excellent add-on accessory for these models to help load software onto them. Power Consumption - 2.0A max (+5V DC) Disc Capacity - Up to 8.5GB/4.7GB Average Access Time - 180ms (DVD), 150ms (CD) Burst Transfer Rate - 480MB/s Sustained Transfer Rate - 10.5MB/s (8x DVD-ROM) Unit Dimensions (Approx.) - 6.5x 0.85x 6.0; Weight (Approx.) - 2.7lbs Product includes - External DRX-S70U/R Double/Dual Layer DVD drive; Nero Express 8 DVD/CD mastering software; AC Adapter; USB cable; User Manual

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