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Hello there, I would like to have your opinion on the best external drive that can both read and write CDs and DVDs

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that doesn't look external

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3 minutes ago, TheRedViper said:

Hello there, I would like to have your opinion on the best external drive that can both read and write CDs and DVDs

https://www.amazon.com/LG-Electronics-Portable-External-GP65NB60/dp/B00ODDE33U/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1479835271&sr=1-3&keywords=external+cd+drive

 

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1 minute ago, SirFlamenco said:

Should have pointed out that I want it to be USB, I don't want to have to connect any SATA or any cable inside my pc.

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I've had a few, and realistically as long as you get a quality brand name they're all the same.

You still burn CD's? Damn! Vintage.

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