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HP DVD-Writer - External

Mfg # F2B56UT CDW # 3200493

Quick tech specs

  • No power adapter needed. The USB cable connects to your PC's USB 2.0 or 3.0 ports allowing for easy data transfer and constant power for the external drive.
  • Create your own DVD movies, music CDs, or store that big presentation. The dual layer technology allows you to store twice as much data up to 8.5 GB of storage.
  • Conveniently works with the Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10, Mac 10.4 or later and Chrome operating systems, so navigate and create with familiarity.
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With the HP External USB Optical Drive, any available USB port on your notebook or Ultrabook™ becomes a ticket to optical storage. Simply connect the drive with the included USB cable, and get immediate read/write access to your optical media.
  • Back up your data, move files, enjoy your multimedia, and read and write CDs and DVDs to your heart's content with a compact external ODD that's so thin and light you can carry it with your PC.
  • Keep the sleek design of your ultra-mobile PC platform and add an ODD only when you need it. Connect the USB-powered drive to any USB 2.0 or 3.0 port on your PC, and you're ready to go. No additional AC adapter is required.
  • Enjoy the reassurance of a one-year parts replacement limited warranty. Additional support is available (North America only) seven days a week, 24 hours a day by phone as well as through online support forums.

This item was discontinued on June 02, 2025

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HP DVD-Writer - External is rated 4.60 out of 5 by 56.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from RW DVD Review DVD works great. Thank you.
Date published: 2024-11-22T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works like a Charm Haven't had any issues with the number of these that we have purchased. All recognized, no issues reading or writing, and haven't had one fail on us, yet!
Date published: 2016-12-09T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from ZBook Add-on I was able to just plug into our ZBook and the unit worked. A little cheap looking but a good price and works as expected.
Date published: 2017-05-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works as advertised This HP USB DVD/RW works well and seems well built.
Date published: 2017-05-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from New purchase Works good
Date published: 2023-03-27T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesomeness Nice and slim
Date published: 2023-04-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP DVD read/write player Very easy to install and use. Works very well, just put in a DVD and listen to your music or download info or back up your computer
Date published: 2024-01-14T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Still Fairly New Still fairly new so still learning my way around this device, but so far it seems to be a great little drive.
Date published: 2023-03-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External dvdrw Works well—-just plug it in!
Date published: 2023-01-06T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from cheap cheaply made, last one lasted less than a year
Date published: 2023-05-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Portable and quick to use Very small and slender so travels easily. This player works great with newer PC’s and laptops. It had trouble reading older DVD’s and or inputting them on our PC; which is older too.
Date published: 2023-08-16T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Music Man Got the DVD attachment out of the box, plugged it into the back of the computer, and all looks good so far. When I have time, I'll break out the guitar training videos and make some music. Thanks, HP!
Date published: 2023-03-03T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Why?!!!!! Purchased and plugged it in to my HP laptop It popped up yet Im totally unable to play ANY discs Have registered it w/ HP several times to no avail
Date published: 2023-08-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External DVDRW drive fits the bill Plug and play makes my day!!!!!!
Date published: 2023-02-03T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Pricey but it worked Considerably more expensive than some of the cheap stuff but the drive worked, out of the box. Plugged it in and shazam..... Simple, you get what you pay for.
Date published: 2023-12-17T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External Drive The person that received the external drive likes it. Waiting for the new laptop to arrive to be able to hook it up to it.
Date published: 2023-10-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External DVD player It works perfectly!!
Date published: 2023-03-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP DVDRW Drive It is good.
Date published: 2023-03-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good DVDRW Works great and doesn’t take up much space.
Date published: 2023-10-09T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good product Works well, good product, but could come with a longer usb patch cord.
Date published: 2023-02-21T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good Product Easy to use, does a good job this is my second purchase of this same drive, so I can use two different computers seamlessly without disconnecting.
Date published: 2024-01-20T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Quick Transfer of Files from previous lap top to new HP laptop. Great USB Drive! Able to quickly transfers files from old computer to new laptop
Date published: 2023-11-10T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External cd reader Compact and easy to use
Date published: 2024-03-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good... Great product - recommended, must must need for Windows 11 compatible computers.
Date published: 2023-12-02T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from It does what it’s supposed to do It works, that’s about it. It is difficult to insert disk. The cord provided is way too short since the USB ports in my computer are in the back and on top, not in the front.
Date published: 2023-01-27T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from DVD/RW External Drive DVD/RW works as expected. Now I can transfer data and media to my hard drive.
Date published: 2023-11-11T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works well Works well and connects easily
Date published: 2023-12-18T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent choice since my new desktop doesn't have the capability of an internal optical drive. Exc works perfectly with my new system
Date published: 2023-08-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Expensive Very nice but very expensive. Off brand are half the price.
Date published: 2023-03-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from DVD Player review Works perfectly, installed effortlessly
Date published: 2023-09-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Easy setup Works as described!
Date published: 2023-11-30T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Works great! Love this plug in and use DVDRW drive. Simple to use works great. Small size makes it easy to store
Date published: 2023-06-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP USB External DVDRW Drive Very nice. It was bought so it interacts with the HP computer well.
Date published: 2023-01-06T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External DVDRW Drive Should be part of the tower.
Date published: 2023-01-25T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Disappointed I thought it would be in a stronger case so I sure hope it lasts. Overpriced I think.
Date published: 2023-05-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Satisfied Worked as expected
Date published: 2023-01-06T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Easy to Use Easy to use - I bought a new HP laptop and needed to have access to my DVDs and CDs.
Date published: 2023-06-18T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Must Have Tool Still such a necessary tool for use of older technology…So glad to be able to purchase this drive to be compatible with Windows 11. Works perfectly and arrived much sooner than anticipated!
Date published: 2023-11-30T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Old dog learning new tricks Wow you really know how to pack your product. Arrived is excellent condition. I don't have much experience with computers so did not know or realize that they don't have any place to insert a disc like my old one computer these days. I have a lot of disc, so this was something I had to have. AND it works. Smooth operation when you press the tiny button to open it and doesn't make a lot of noise when running, just enough to know that is actually doing something. It looks like a regular CD case very slim and does not take up much room on my desk. Also, a shout out to the excellent help from you associate who helped me with this purchase.
Date published: 2023-09-23T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from external USB DVD Exactly what I needed
Date published: 2024-08-17T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from DVD Wonderful product. Easy to use. HP very supportive
Date published: 2024-05-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from excellent value excellent value
Date published: 2024-07-07T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External drive suites my needs. I required an external drive as my recent HP desktop didn't come with purchase. I required it to watch instructional videos and play music, as part of a computer/entertainment unit. This drive is plug-and-play and works well with all my media so far.
Date published: 2024-06-06T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP External USB DVDRW Drive Satisfied with purchased; met expectations - quality is good, price was reasonable, delivery was expedient. Easy plug and go set up and although I have not used it extensively, performed well. Recommend the HP External USB DVDRW Drive
Date published: 2024-04-13T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP External USB DVDRW Drive - works well. Small, lightweight, just connect and you're ready to go.
Date published: 2022-04-11T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Nice quality external drive Work as expected, good value for the price.
Date published: 2024-01-15T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP portable USB DVDRW Fast and quiet, light to carry and compact to store - great design. Was up and running in just a few minutes for data discs, but no software included to play/burn video dvd discs.
Date published: 2024-01-19T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from External Drive Hope it works! I haven't used it yet...
Date published: 2024-04-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Bcuttiepj Yes it works great!
Date published: 2024-07-12T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from cd / dvd drive you just cannot mess with perfection
Date published: 2024-07-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP DVD drive Great product
Date published: 2024-07-19T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from CD Rom Works Great
Date published: 2024-06-30T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Good quality and performance This unit works very well with my hp laptop and desktop
Date published: 2024-06-28T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Seems to be good for the price Haven't used it much yet other than to try a DVD in it but seems responsive and is portable.
Date published: 2024-08-26T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Compact hard working DVD burner at a good price Compact quiet DVD burner that stands up to hard use
Date published: 2024-06-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of 5 by from HP External USB DVDRW Drive Product blurb indicates that software is included with the drive but there was none included in the packaging. Subsequent phone call to HP did not result in any help so I returned the product. The unit will play cd’s but software is required to play dvds.
Date published: 2022-01-07T00:00:00-05:00

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