Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer

★★★★☆
4.0

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from $64.99 - $85.99

 

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★★★★☆
4.1

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$64.99 at J&R Electronics

 

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$85.99 at Dell

 

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Pros

  • Reliable (7)
  • Easy to install (5)
  • Fast (5)
  • Highly compatible (4)
  • Quiet (2)
  • Affordable (1)
  • Fast connectivity (1)
  • Goes well with netbook (1)
  • Includes windows driver (1)
  • Mac-compatible (1)
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Cons

  • Hard to install (1)
  • Limited compatibility (1)
  • No instructions for mac (1)
  • No mac driver incl'd (1)
  • Unreliable (1)

Best Uses

  • Burning dvds (4)
  • File transfers (4)
  • Burning cds (3)
  • Additional storage (2)
  • Laptops (2)
  • Back-up (1)
  • Broken internal drives (1)
  • Copying cd's (1)
  • Netbooks (1)
  • Replace cd drive (1)
 
 
 

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Create, burn or playback original DVDs/CDs with this 8X Multi-format External DVD Writer from Aluratek. With multi-format, this drive is capable of writing 8X DVD+R, 8X DVD+RW, 6X DVD+R DL (Dual Layer), 8X DVD-R, 6X DVD-RW, 6X DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), 5X DVD-RAM, 24X CD-R, and 24X CD-RW. Its Tray loading feature ensures easy access to media. Additionally, it is USB 2.0 bus powered and requires no external power adapter. Moreover, it is Plug-n-Play and does not require any driver. So fulfill your playback and backup needs with this Multi-format external DVD-Writer.

Specification Description
Model AEOD100F
Computer Compatibility PC and Macintosh
Connection External
Drive Capacity Limited to Capacity of Disc
Port Compatibility USB
Power USB
Type of Drive DVD Writer Drive

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Last update: Oct 16, 2009

Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer Reviews

 
 
 

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Netbook perfect

"This DVD drive is perfect for netbook users who occasionally need a DVD drive. It is not the fastest, but the slim profile and duo platform (Mac and PC) were big selling points for me. It functions very well, and you can't beat the price. I highly recommend this drive...." Read Full Review »

Jun 04, 2009 by Bobbi

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
Macs don't power it up...

"And burner doesn't come with power cord so tried plugging an AC adapter into it and it blew out my logic board. You get what you pay for and it ended up being a [$] mistake. I wouldn't use this burner with a MacBook Pro...." Read Full Review »

Sep 16, 2009 by Nick

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Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer Review

Netbook perfect

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Quiet
  • Reliable
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Laptops
  • Travel
 

"This DVD drive is perfect for netbook users who occasionally need a DVD drive. It is not the fastest, but the slim profile and duo platform (Mac and PC) were big selling points for me. It functions very well, and you can't beat the price. I highly recommend this drive. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 4 2009
Bobbi
Kingwood, WV
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  • Tech Savvy
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Price: $64.99
 
 

Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer Review

Easy

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Fast
  • Highly Compatible
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Copying cd's
  • Watching dvd's
 

"Not bad at all. Comes with nero 8 software, which I did not install. I bought this to allow my computer to access non-prerecorded cd's, as its own internal player (Optiarc BD ROM BC-5500A ATA Device) no longer reads anything other than prerecorded dvd's and cd's (it stopped reading blu ray discs whe …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 1 2009
Hoverwolf1
SLC, UT
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  • Casual user
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Price: $64.99
 
 

Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer Review

Works on Macs

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Affordable
  • Mac-compatible
  • Portable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Backup
  • Broken internal drives
  • Netbooks
 

"I picked up the Aluratek from a pile at J&R today, as the DVD-writer had been broken in my Mac Mini for a while. I was scrambling a bit to free up some USB ports (make sure you have TWO open ports, as most external USB drives wind up needing a 2nd one for the power), but USB-powered beats another w …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 11 2009
hwmd
New York, NY
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Price: $64.99
 
 

Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer Review

Excellent for use with netbook

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Install
  • Fast
  • Goes well with netbook
  • Highly Compatible
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Burning cds
  • Burning DVDs
  • File Transfers
 

"Since netbooks don't have cd/dvd drives, the one does a fine job of providing the ability to load in files and software and transfer files for storage. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 17 2009
Marty
Rockville, MD
I am:
  • Casual user
Reviewed at:
Price: $64.99
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Aluratek 8X Multi-Format USB 2.0 External DVD Writer Review

Macs don't power it up...

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Limited Compatibility
  • Unreliable

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"And burner doesn't come with power cord so tried plugging an AC adapter into it and it blew out my logic board. You get what you pay for and it ended up being a [$] mistake. I wouldn't use this burner with a MacBook Pro. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Sep 16 2009
Nick
Chicago
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  • Power user
Reviewed at:
Price: $64.99
 
 
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