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.