aelrsoch USB-C Blu-ray Reader
An external Blu-ray reader that brings Blu-ray, DVD and CD discs back to laptops and PCs without a built-in drive. It reads Blu-ray discs and also reads and writes DVDs and CDs through a combined USB 3.0 and USB-C lead.
- Discs
- Reads BD; reads and writes DVD, CD
- Connection
- USB 3.0 / USB-C
- Systems
- Windows 7-11, macOS, Linux
- Particularity
- Blu-ray reading only
- Reads Blu-ray discs
- Reads and writes DVD and CD
- USB 3.0 and USB-C in one combined lead
- Windows 7 to 11, with macOS and Linux announced
- Compact and easy to carry
Day to day
- 1It reads Blu-ray discs, so you can enjoy your film collection on a laptop with suitable playback software.
- 2It also reads and writes DVDs and CDs, handy for copying files, music or photos onto a disc.
- 3One combined lead carries both USB 3.0 and USB-C plugs, so it suits older desktops and recent laptops alike.
- 4Plug and play: connect it to the computer and it is ready to use with your usual disc software.
- 5Low noise and low power consumption make it comfortable to use for a whole film.
- 6Slim and light, it travels easily in a laptop bag, and comes with a one-year warranty.
Real-life uses
Watching a Blu-ray on a laptop
Plug the drive into a USB-C or USB 3.0 port, install the Blu-ray playback software of your choice and watch your films without a built-in drive.
Ripping your CD collection
Read your music CDs to copy them to your computer, or burn a CD or DVD compilation to share with family and friends.
Installing software from a disc
Read installation or data discs on a modern laptop that no longer has an optical drive.
Right for you if…
For those who mainly want to watch Blu-ray films and read discs on a laptop or PC, while keeping the option of burning DVDs and CDs.
Check before you buy
Blu-ray playback needs dedicated software, which is not supplied, and Blu-ray discs are read only. The drive is designed for computers and does not work with TVs, tablets, games consoles, Chromebooks, projectors or in-car systems.
Specifications
- Type
- External Blu-ray reader
- Blu-ray
- Reading (BD up to 100 GB)
- DVD and CD
- Reading and writing
- Read speed
- BD 6×, DVD 8×, CD 24×
- Interface
- USB 3.0, USB-C
- Systems announced
- Windows 7 to 11, macOS, Linux
- In the box
- Drive, USB lead, quick start guide
- Colour
- Black
- Warranty
- One year
Frequently asked questions
Can this drive burn Blu-ray discs?+
No, it reads Blu-ray discs only. It does read and write DVDs and CDs; for Blu-ray burning, choose the aelrsoch USB-C Blu-ray Burner.
Do I need software to watch a Blu-ray?+
Yes, Blu-ray playback requires dedicated software installed on your computer, as none is supplied with the drive.
Does it work with a USB-C laptop?+
Yes, its combined lead has both a USB-C and a USB 3.0 plug, so you can connect it to either type of port.
aelrsoch USB-C Blu-ray Reader
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