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product_id: 75969904
title: "Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD R/W Optical Drive 429-AAUX"
brand: "dell"
price: "C$6704"
currency: NIO
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Dell"
url: https://www.desertcart.ni/products/75969904-dell-dw316-external-usb-slim-dvd-r-w-optical-drive
store_origin: NI
region: Nicaragua
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# Ultra-slim, portable design USB-powered, no extra power needed Reads & writes CDs, reads DVDs Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD R/W Optical Drive 429-AAUX

**Brand:** dell
**Price:** C$6704
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📀 Elevate your media game—because your data deserves premium playback and backup.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD R/W Optical Drive 429-AAUX by dell
- **How much does it cost?** C$6704 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/75969904-dell-dw316-external-usb-slim-dvd-r-w-optical-drive)

## 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

- • **Reliable Dell Quality:** Trusted brand with over 15,000 positive reviews ensuring durability and consistent performance.
- • **Compact & Travel-Ready:** Slim, lightweight design fits effortlessly in your laptop bag or workspace without clutter.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Powered directly via USB—no bulky adapters or batteries required, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
- • **Sleek Modern Aesthetic:** Streamlined black finish complements your high-tech setup, whether at home, office, or café.
- • **All-in-One Optical Solution:** Seamlessly read DVDs and CDs, plus burn your favorite discs with a single sleek device.

## Overview

The Dell DW316 is a slim, USB-powered external DVD/CD drive that reads DVDs and CDs and writes CDs, designed for professionals needing reliable optical media access without extra power cables. Its compact form factor and sleek design make it ideal for mobile use, blending seamlessly with modern laptops and workspaces.

## Description

Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD R/W Optical Drive 429-AAUX : desertcart.in: Computers & Accessories

Review: Nice product - Nice product,work perfectly.
Review: Outstanding product 🥰 - “Literally its fantastic actually i having my old DVD disc which are not working in DVD player but that data I extract from this product

## Features

- Dell DW316 allows you to enjoy crystal clear color, picture and sound clarity of CD’s and DVD’s. This drive can read/write CDs, and read DVDs effectively providing users with full optical read capability in a single device.
- This premium external optical drive is powered by your Ultrabook's or notebook's USB port, so no batteries or power cords are necessary.
- Play or burn your favorite DVDs or CDs with the Dell external optical drive. The drive has a compact design easy to place the drive in your bag.
- The drive comes with streamlined design, which compliments contemporary notebooks and blends in well with your home workspace or a high tech cafe.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00VWVZ0V0 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #9,831 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #16 in External CD & DVD Drives |
| Brand | Dell |
| Colour | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (15,370) |
| Date First Available | 20 April 2015 |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Hard Disk Description | DVD |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 24 RPM |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Hard Drive Size | 512 GB |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, PC |
| Included Components | Dell USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive - DW316, Documentation |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.7 x 14.4 x 1.4 Centimeters |
| Item Height | 0.55 Inches |
| Item Weight | 200 g |
| Item Width | 5.67 Inches |
| Item model number | DW316 |
| Manufacturer | Dell Consumer |
| Operating System | windows 7, windows 8 |
| Processor Count | 10 |
| Product Dimensions | 13.74 x 14.4 x 1.4 cm; 199.58 g |
| Series | DW316 |
| Standing screen display size | 15.6 Inches |
| Wireless Type | 802.11ax, Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Dell
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 2 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** DVD
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 5.25 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 2.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Dust Resistant

## Images

![Dell DW316 External USB Slim DVD R/W Optical Drive 429-AAUX - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51+7pfnM7WL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can it write M-disc dvd-r ?**
A: You can write a DVD

**Q: Can i read and write a blue ray disk using this**
A: I am not sure. But it is working with my laptop, very satisfactorily...

**Q: does it works in desktop?**
A: I have not tested. But it should work normally.

**Q: Can this be connected to the usb port of Audio system in Car?**
A: nop

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice product
*by S***T on 10 January 2026*

Nice product,work perfectly.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding product 🥰
*by K***R on 14 May 2024*

“Literally its fantastic actually i having my old DVD disc which are not working in DVD player but that data I extract from this product

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Webcam doesn't work .
*by A***A on 12 June 2023*

Laptop is delivered with Windows 11 webcam only works with windows 10 The Asus shop was only able to put whole laptop on windows 10. is there another possibility???? The fingerprint sensor doesn't recognize my finger.I let it reset it several times with other fingers

## Frequently Bought Together

- Dell USB Slim DVD +/- RW Drive DW316 - Plug and Play, 8 Watt Power Consumption, Windows 11 or below - Black
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*Last updated: 2026-02-19*