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Question: Compatible with Windows 8.1?
Document: On windows 8 it will play Cd`s  but it will not let you watch movies. they said it was compatible for windows 8  I guess they mean half compatible.
It say that this DVD is supported with windows 8, but it won't play DVDs only music. They say u can buy an app for it to play but most people that do say it still won't play. So the bottom line is if u are running windows 8 or 8.1 I would wait to buy one of these until they actually have an app that is compatable
I ordered the Asus 8X External Slim DVD+/-RW Drive for one express reason, to install Adobe Photoshop CS5 64 bit into my new Microsoft Surface Pro 2. I run this program on my big HP desktop, but since my Adobe software is on disc, I needed an external USB CD/DVD drive to get it into my Surface Pro 2. Mine arrived this AM. I unpacked it, plugged it into my HP desktop first (running Windows 8.1), and it immediately recognized it.
The vertical desktop stand is a welcome and convenient little trinket. Will report again if any disappointments arise.++++++++++++++++++Disappointment:There is an associated $10 rebate. One discovers online that the rebate can be processed immediately for $1 (10% loss), or via standard means in 8-10 weeks. Pure extortion. I am disgusted.
Poor instructions and can't get it to work on a ASUS Windows 8 Tablet. At least have online instructions to aid in use.
Very pleased with my purchase. Great price works with my ASUS Ultrabook Windows 8, Love It! Great External Drive! Highly recommended!
The product was mailed the day after I ordered it. It took USPS longer to deliver it than even Amazon could estimated. The DVD writer works like a champ! I'm very pleased with my purchase and I will do business with the company in the future.Update: This product works well with Windows 8.
Used with: Acer TravelMate 8172-6932Pros:1.) Burned an ISO image of, Windows 7 Professional 64-bit as a recovery disc for the laptop. It was silent and the same speed as my Desktop Internal optical drive.2.) Instant recognition by, Windows 7 Pro.3.) Instant recognition by, BIOS and booted off my burned Windows 7 Recovery Disc for a clean-install of OS.4.) The rubber grips and glossy exterior is really well made5.)
I recently purchased an Acer AS1430Z-4677 11.6-Inch Laptop, and wanted to tell other owners of the same laptop that this drive seems to be compatible. I'll update my review after i've burned a few disks and used the drive in the real world more.
Worked after installing VLC media player. Standard Window 8 does not come with media player. VLC is a free download. Took me three weeks to figure it out. Now it works like a plug and play. Now, I love it.
Answer: Yes. I gave mine to my boyfriend who has the Microsoft Surface Pro 3. It worked for him as well as on my Lenovo.