Internal DVD±RW drive Gembird DVD-USB-031 — USB Type-C, 24x CD / 8x DVD, front-loading, black, 140×18×140 mm

The Gembird DVD-USB-031 is an internal DVD±RW optical drive for desktop use with a USB Type-C connection and front disc loading. It supports burning CDs at up to 24x and DVDs at up to 8x, fits compact spaces (140 × 140 × 18 mm) and comes in black. The drive reads and writes common disc formats including CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW and DVD-ROM, and uses a high-speed USB 3.1 connection for reliable data transfer.

Advantages

The drive offers fast write speeds for both CD and DVD media, a compact design suitable for desktop systems, and silent operation thanks to smart disc read speed control that reduces operational noise. Its USB Type-C interface ensures compatibility with modern systems and stable high-speed transfers.

Suitable for

• Archiving photos, videos and documents to optical media
• Playing and ripping CDs and DVDs
• Using with compact desktop PCs where front-access optical drive is needed
• Creating backup copies of data on CD or DVD

Key specifications

• Type: DVD±RW internal optical drive
• Interface: USB Type-C (USB 3.1 compatible)
• Form factor: Front-load, desktop use
• Write speed: CD-R up to 24x; DVD+R/DVD-R up to 8x
• Supported media: CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
• Colour: Black
• Dimensions: 140 × 140 × 18 mm
• Weight: 0.36 kg

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible desktop front bay and connect it to the host system using the supplied USB Type-C cable. Power on the PC and allow the operating system to detect the drive; install any required drivers if prompted. Insert a blank CD or DVD for burning or an existing disc for reading, then use your preferred disc authoring or playback software to read, rip or burn media at the supported speeds.

Recommendations

For reliable burns, use quality blank media rated for the intended write speeds and avoid moving the computer during burning. Ensure the USB Type-C connection is secure and use a USB 3.x port when available to achieve optimal transfer rates.