This CD-RW is really handy for having around if your computer doesnt have an inbuilt CD-RW or yours is broken.
The kind of disks it'll write are:
Hybrid data disks (Mac and PC compatible)
Singular Mac disks
Extended Hybrid disks
Extended Mac disks
Audio Cd's
Will copy from another ... Read review
Advantages: Easy to use software, simple to install, works with macs and pc's Disadvantages: Looks a bit dated with newer styles of computer
This CD-RW is really handy for having around if your computer doesnt have an inbuilt CD-RW or yours is broken.
The kind of disks it'll write are:
Hybrid data disks (Mac and PC compatible)
Singular Mac disks
Extended Hybrid disks
Extended Mac disks
Audio Cd's
Will copy from another selected drive
and enhanced formats such as MP3 disks
It can write at fast speeds, up to ... ...quality high-speed disks! The write quality is very good, and it can even record on those cheaper disks that some machines dont like to use.
As well as copy disks, it also erases CDRW's and using quick erase will do it in seconds.
The software (Roxio Toast) is easy to use, and easy to install. On both pc and mac, u can plug the drive into a USB slot and then put in the CD, follow the install wizzard, and then you're ... more
This CD-RW is really handy for having around if your computer doesnt have an inbuilt CD-RW or yours is broken.
The kind of disks it'll write are: Hybrid data disks (Mac and PC compatible) Singular Mac disks Extended Hybrid disks Extended Mac disks Audio Cd's Will copy from another selected drive and enhanced formats such as MP3 disks
It can write at fast speeds, up to 42x which is handy if you've invested in some high quality high-speed disks! The write quality is very good, and it can even record on those cheaper disks that some machines dont like to use.
As well as copy disks, it also erases CDRW's and using quick erase will do it in seconds.
The software (Roxio Toast) is easy to use, and easy to install. On both pc and mac, u can plug the drive into a USB slot and then put in the CD, follow the install wizzard, and then you're ready to go! Its as simple as that. Pop in a disk, select the kind you want, and you're away. And for you PC people, theres a serial port cable aswell just incase you've run out of USB slots :)
As i said in my cons, the only bad thing about the writer is, with todays machines, especially Apple Macs is that it can look a bit strange as its made of that generic taupe-coloured plastic.
Id definately recomend this to people as its easy to use, handy to have around, and very very reliable. I use mine every day and have done for months now, and the write quality is second to none and i've never had any problems. So if you're looking for a decent writer, then this is for you!
Advantages: Hard Working and reliable. Can be moved from PC to PC Disadvantages: Desk space needed because it's external.
I've owned my external FreecomCDRW for some time now, and it has given me excellent service, even though I have "hammered" it, burning DVD after DVD of years of stockpiled home video footage. Time after time, I have had great results with just one unsuccessful burn, but that was a faulty disk -which happens sometimes.
When I first went in search of a DVD Re-writer, I was very tempted by getting an internal one to save desk-space and they were cheaper. But after some consideration I opted for the external because we have two computers and a laptop and it's just a question of plugging it in to the USB port of any machine I want to work with. Because it also plays DVD movies, it makes it really handy when I am having that long week-end staying at relatives and there's nothing to watch on TV. I can simply plug it into my laptop ...
Product Information for "Freecom Classic CD-RW drive" »
Manufacturer's product description
With the Freecom Classic CD-RW you can write, rewrite and read CDs on every PC and notebook with appropriate interface. Freecom offers cost-effective portable CD solution. You will find this drive very easy to move from desk to desk, use at home or share with friends. It's ideal for computers without free slots. Freecom Classic CD-RW drive will easily upgrade your computer and it is simple to install.
