Apricorn EZ Writer Dual Layer DVD +/-R/RW Slim Line Combo with LightScribe USB 2.0

Apricorn EZ Writer Dual Layer DVD +/-R/RW Slim Line Combo with LightScribe USB 2.0
At just 12 ounces, EZ Writer allows mobile users to create, store, play music and digital video and burn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs.If the optical drive in your notebook computer is outdated or you would like to burn discs, play DVDs or burn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs, Apricorn's EZ Writer LightScribe is the answer!With its Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface (backwards compatible with USB 1.1), EZ Writer LightScribe provides the perfect combination of performance and software to effortlessly burn discs and play DVDs and burn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs. Its sleek design is the ultimate portable solution for the mobile user.The EZ Writer LightScribe has five drives in one: it provides the capabilities of a DVD player and burner, as well as a CD player and burner and it can burn labels directly onto CDs and DVDs in an all-inclusive package! The cutting edge slim-line design allows for easy portability, whether you're creating a corporate training video, converting home movies into DVDs, or simply burning music discs, EZ Writer LightScribe does it all!

Customer Review: Wonderful Little Drive PERFECT for Acer Aspire One

This is a great little DVD/CD reader/writer drive. Mine worked fine right out of the box, no software installation required. It will run on USB power alone OR if you'd like, it ALSO has an regular AC cord. I haven't used the AC cord, but it's nice to know that I have it just in case... It also comes with a nice black pouch to store/transport and protect it and a SHORT USB cord (but functional). Good stuff.



I had my own full version of Nero 8 Software so I didn't use the included software to burn DVD/CDs. It worked great with my software.



The unit is slim (about an inch high) and doesn't weigh much (12 oz). I've used it with my Acer Aspire One (Windows XP) on USB power and it works like a charm! No need for an extra A/C adapter since it's completely powered by the USB, even when the Acer is on battery! (I installed some software from a DVD on my Aspire One during a power outage and everything worked great.) I'm taking this on my trips for when I really need to access a DVD (with my Aspire) or if I want to burn a backup CD or DVD. This is great!



My tray drawer lines up and closes perfectly fine and the unit looks good as far as being study... it's not metal, I wouldn't step on it, but the plastic looks good and seems solid enough for me.



Overall I'm very pleased with this purchase and recommend it especially with an Acer Aspire One.

Customer Review: I am going to return this

Problem 1-it is not technically mac compatible. i called the service center, and they weren't sure either. the lightscribe print-on-disc feature (seems very cool) doesn't work.

Problem 2-the disc tray doesn't close right. the whole drive seems cheap.

Problem 3-for a couple days it worked great, but not anymore. i have wasted 12 discs trying to find the magic combination of settings to get it to work...nada.

Problem 4-for a total of 21 discs, 9 were usable.