Dell DW316 USB Slim DVD±RW Optical External Drive

The Dell M8WNW is an external USB DVD±RW drive, also sold as model DW316, that restores optical disc capabilities to any Windows laptop or desktop through a single USB 2.0 port. It reads, writes, and plays standard CDs and DVDs, letting you watch movies, install software from legacy media, or back up important files without relying on an internal drive.

The housing features a design that is slim and light, weighing roughly 200 g, so it slips easily into a backpack pocket or desk drawer. Because the same USB cable supplies both data and power, there is no need for an external adapter, which keeps your workspace tidy and travel load minimal.

Setup is straightforward. Plug the drive into a computer running Windows 7 or later, and the operating system recognizes it automatically. Dell includes CyberLink Media Suite on the drive, giving you immediate access to tools for DVD playback, disc burning, and basic media management.

Whether you are a student accessing textbook companion discs, a professional archiving client projects, or an IT specialist installing operating systems from physical media, the drive delivers dependable performance in the office, classroom, or on the road. Open the tray, insert a disc, and you are ready to create, consume, or protect your content wherever work takes you.

• Single USB 2.0 cable handles both data transfer and power
• Reads and writes DVD±RW as well as CD formats
• Housing that is slim and light, about 200 g
• Preloaded CyberLink Media Suite for playback and disc burning
• Compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, and later versions
• Convenient tray loading mechanism
• No external power adapter required