More and more notebook vendors choose to leave the optical drive out of their notebooks in favour of slim designs. However CDs and DVDs are still one of the most commonly used media types. Verbatim has the solution with the External Slimline CD/DVD Writer. This little device is what you need if you own a notebook, ultrabook or netbook. Use it to install your software or to create a back-up. The Verbatim External Slimline CD/DVD Writer is USB powered so no power adapter is needed. It is barely larger than a DVD and fits easily in your pocket - you never have to go anywhere without it! * Compact and lightweight external CD/ DVD Writer * Ideally suited for use with a notebook or ultrabook * Fully compliant with MDISC? archiving technology * Power supplied via the USB port - No need for a bulky power adapter * Includes Nero Burn & Archive software (only suitable for PC)