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- Converts 12.7mm slim SATA optical drives into external USB drives
- Supports DVD, CD, and select Blu-ray drives
- USB 3.0 high-speed connectivity
- Plug-and-play with no drivers required
- Portable slim lightweight design
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome OS
- USB powered with no external adapter required
- Ideal for disc playback, burning, backups, and software installation
- Perfect for laptops without built-in DVD drives
- Easy installation and reliable performance
External ODD & HDD Enclosure USB 3.0 Case for 12.7mm SATA Drive
GW-T-External ODD/HDD Enclosure Case for SATA Drive
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- Converts 12.7mm slim SATA optical drives into external USB drives
- Supports DVD, CD, and select Blu-ray drives
- USB 3.0 high-speed connectivity
- Plug-and-play with no drivers required
- Portable slim lightweight design
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome OS
- USB powered with no external adapter required
- Ideal for disc playback, burning, backups, and software installation
- Perfect for laptops without built-in DVD drives
- Easy installation and reliable performance
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R231 excl. VAT
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Upgrade your old internal laptop optical drive into a portable external USB drive with this versatile USB 3.0 External Optical Drive Enclosure. Designed for 12.7mm slim SATA DVD and CD drives, this enclosure allows you to easily reuse internal optical drives as convenient external devices for laptops, desktops, mini PCs, and media systems.
Ideal for users who still need reliable CD/DVD access for software installation, media playback, backups, or disc burning, this enclosure combines high-speed USB 3.0 connectivity with simple plug-and-play operation. Whether you are repurposing an old DVD writer or building a portable external optical drive solution, this enclosure offers a cost-effective and practical upgrade. Compatible with DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, CD-RW, and even select Blu-ray drives, it delivers dependable performance in a lightweight and portable design.
Features
- Converts internal 12.7mm slim SATA optical drives into external USB drives
- Supports DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, CD-RW, CD-ROM, and Blu-ray drives
- High-speed USB 3.0 data transfer connectivity
- Plug-and-play installation with no drivers required
- Compact portable enclosure design
- Tool-free or simple installation depending on drive type
- Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS
- Ideal for laptops without built-in optical drives
- Supports reading, writing, burning, and playback functions
- Lightweight durable enclosure for travel and office use
- Powered directly via USB connection
- Perfect for backups, software installs, media playback, and disc archiving
Turn Your Internal Optical Drive Into a Portable External Drive
Many modern laptops and mini PCs no longer include built-in DVD or CD drives. This external enclosure gives new life to your old internal slim SATA optical drive by converting it into a portable USB-powered external device.
Simply install your compatible 12.7mm optical drive into the enclosure and connect it via USB to instantly gain access to:
- DVD playback
- CD reading and writing
- Software installation discs
- Backup and archive discs
- Music CDs
- Movie DVDs
- Data recovery from old discs
It is an excellent solution for users upgrading older laptops or recovering data from archived optical media.
High-Speed USB 3.0 Connectivity
Equipped with USB 3.0 support, this enclosure provides significantly faster transfer speeds compared to older USB 2.0 external optical drive systems. USB 3.0 allows smoother disc access, quicker file transfers, and more stable burning performance.
Benefits include:
- Faster data transfers
- Reduced loading times
- Improved burning stability
- Better compatibility with modern computers
- Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 ports
The enclosure works seamlessly with desktops, ultrabooks, gaming systems, and compact PCs.
Wide Optical Drive Compatibility
This enclosure is compatible with most slim SATA optical drives measuring 12.7mm in height, including:
- DVD-ROM drives
- DVD-RW burners
- CD-RW drives
- Blu-ray drives
- Combo optical drives
Supported media formats include:
- CD
- DVD
- DVD±RW
- CD-R/RW
- Blu-ray discs (compatible models)
The universal slim SATA interface makes installation simple and convenient for a wide range of optical drive models.
Portable & Lightweight Design
Designed for portability, the enclosure features a slim lightweight housing that fits easily into laptop bags, backpacks, or desk setups. It is ideal for:
- Office environments
- Home entertainment systems
- IT technicians
- Students
- Travelers
- Backup and recovery applications
Its compact design ensures convenient transport while protecting the installed optical drive.
Plug-and-Play Simplicity
No complicated software or drivers are required. Simply:
- Install your 12.7mm slim SATA optical drive
- Connect the USB cable
- Start using the drive instantly
Most operating systems automatically recognize the enclosure immediately.
Supported operating systems include:
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- Chrome OS
Hot-swap support allows quick connection and removal without restarting your system.
Perfect For
- Reusing old laptop DVD drives
- External disc burning
- Watching DVDs on modern laptops
- Installing legacy software
- Music and movie playback
- Data recovery from optical media
- Portable backup solutions
- IT repair technicians
- Students and office users
- Archiving discs and media collections
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | External Optical Drive Enclosure |
| Drive Compatibility | 12.7mm Slim SATA Optical Drives |
| Supported Drives | DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, CD-RW, Blu-ray |
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Internal Connector | Slim SATA 13-Pin |
| Plug & Play | Yes |
| Hot Swap Support | Yes |
| Power Source | USB Powered |
| Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS |
| Material | Plastic Housing |
| Color | Black |
| Form Factor | Slim Portable Design |
What’s Included
- USB 3.0 External Optical Drive Enclosure
- USB Connection Cable
- Installation Accessories
- User Manual
This enclosure offers a smart and affordable way to extend the life of old laptop optical drives while adding portable disc-reading and burning functionality to modern computers. With fast USB 3.0 connectivity, broad operating system compatibility, and support for multiple disc formats, it is a practical accessory for both personal and professional use.
Whether you need an external DVD writer, Blu-ray reader, or portable disc backup solution, this enclosure delivers reliable performance with minimal setup.
- Returns Policy
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Return of merchandise (RMA) and Warranty
We want you to be happy with the purchase you have made from us. If you are not completely satisfied, you may return the product to us and we will either refund, credit, repair/replace it, subject to the below terms and conditions.
You can return purchases for a refund (excl shipping). Please notify us within 7 days and ensure item is ready maximum 10 days after delivery date.
Please ensure to log your return request within 7 days of receipt of your item. Please ensure to select the correct reason for return:
- Changed my mind / Item exchange
- Faulty on arrival
- Incorrect item received
All items are covered by a 12 month warranty (unless otherwise stated) which will be honoured directly by GeeWiz. All products will either be replaced/repaired/refunded depending on stock availability. Products will require evaluation by GeeWiz before a warranty claim can be accepted.
Should the item being returned for assessment be found to be in good working order, unfortunately, there will be a collection fee that will apply.
The collection fees are as follows:
- For returns on items that were sent with free shipping: R198
- For returns that had a surcharge, the same surcharge will apply for collection.
Please log your return on your account, under the returns manager.
We do not reimburse your fee to ship to us, but we will pay for return shipping if the item is subject to replacement. If the item you wish to return was ordered incorrectly / is no longer required / you have changed your mind, there is a collection fee that will be charged (please refer to the above) and this will be deducted from the refund amount once the supplier has credited us. Please note GeeWiz will only cover return shipping of a faulty unit within 6 months of purchase, after which, a shipping fee (starting from R198) will be applicable to you for the return of the unit.
Any disputes relating to ordered items being short/incorrectly shipped will only be entertained if reported to GeeWiz within 3 days of delivery/collection.
Refunds are subject to inspection of item(s) - in some cases, items will need to be sent to supplier for evaluation and testing. This can take up to 15 working days. Once a refund has been approved, this may take 3 - 5 business days to be processed.
ALL returns are subject to up to a 30% restocking fee if item is no longer in BRAND NEW condition or if item seal/packaging has been broken.
Please re-package safely and include all original product packaging.
All software products are unfortunately not eligible for credit or refund once purchased.
After the 6-month period, you will no longer be eligible and won't be able to receive a refund. We can however replace or repair depending on the outcome after our team of professionals has inspected the product.
Should a warranty sticker not be present on an item, the warranty is immediately null and void.
Batteries are covered under warranty, but please note that GEL, AGM and LEAD ACID have limited cycle runs. These are typically around 200 cycles and may run out before the end of the warranty. Once the cycles have been depleted, it means the battery has reached the end of life and will no longer be a warranty claim.
GeeWiz reserves the right to refuse a refund if the item is damaged from misuse, items are missing, or if the product is altered in any way.
GeeWiz or its affiliates are not responsible for damage or loss of any kind that may occur as a result of using or misusing any product purchased from us.
The warranty will no longer be valid, and GeeWiz will not be responsible for damage or injury of any kind resulting from:
- Electricity fluctuations and surges, lightning strikes, faults in the building wiring, faulty installations, and improper use of controls
- Failure to use the product in accordance with the operating instructions and or general misuse and or abuse
- Damage caused by a superior force (vis major) or if the product has been infested with insects or pests
- If the product is physically damaged after it left the store
- If water or liquid caused the damage to the product
- If the warranty seal is tampered with
- Any repair or tampering by an unauthorised person or attempt to repair or tamper with the equipment, or use of parts not supplied by authorised agents, or alterations or modification to the equipment shall render the warranty null and void.
For hygiene purposes.
Please note we cannot accept returns for apparel that has been worn, stained, frayed, or otherwise shows signs of use.
We can only accept returns for items that are damaged upon receipt or are faulty.
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