I bought the device as an optical drive for my new notebook. Connecting, is immediately recognized, losarbeiten. Data transmission takes place very rapidly. For my purposes (store photos, Open Text data, install programs) more than adequate. Why this piano optics is still so präveriert ... no idea. Fortunately, there is a pretty protective film on the drive, which is until it eventually falls definitely plan to stay. Otherwise very good value for money. Work sounds remain within the limits.