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An external DVD disc burner is usually a lot more expensive than an internal one but it is easier to set up and use. The best part about an external disc burner is its ability to easily disconnect from a desktop computer and connect to a nearby laptop. In fact, an external burner is essential if your desktop computer or laptop computer has no space for an internal DVD burner.

Here I present you with my short list – a list of the most reliable external models for the Mac operating system. These can be used with various computer models including the iMac and the iBook. If you are looking to transfer VHS videotape or Super 8 film to a digital format that can be copied onto disc, please click on the link below for more information about that topic on my website called DVD VHS Transfer. Looking for the Mac store online? Here’s a link: Save up to $100 on a New Mac and Printer!

Here are a few general notes about the DVD disc burner models in this article.

• As always, make sure that the disc burner model you choose will work with your specific Mac operating system before you buy the disc burner. Call Apple at 1-800-676-2775 if you need help.




• USB 2.0 is equipped on all of the external disc burner models below. Any computer using USB 2.0 will support the maximum speeds of these devices. However, all of these burners will also work with computers that have older versions of USB. Therefore, there is no need to worry about compatibility issues.

So, without another moment’s delay, please enjoy my list of the Top 5 external DVD disc burner models for the Mac!

Plextor External Drive, Model: PX-610U for Mac

*Price: $69-130

* Supports Single Layer discs at 8X maximum burning speed

* Supports Dual Layer discs, burning speed unknown

* Operates exclusively on a battery

* Bundled with Roxio’s Toast 9 Titanium software for DVD burning

* Offers proprietary technology for avoiding buffer underrun errors

LG External Drive, Model: GP08NU40

* Price: $99

* Supports Single Layer discs at 8X maximum burning speed

* Supports Dual Layer discs at 8X maximum burning speed

* Offers proprietary technology for avoiding buffer underrun errors

LG External Drive, Model: GE24LU20

* Price: $69

* Supports Single Layer discs at 24X maximum burning speed

* Supports Dual Layer discs at 12X maximum burning speed

* Offers proprietary technology for avoiding buffer underrun errors

* Provides LightScribe labeling when used with LightScribe technology discs

Iomega External Drive, Model: Super DVD Writer

* Price: $89

* Supports Single Layer discs at 24X maximum burning speed

* Supports Dual Layer discs at 6X maximum burning speed

LaCie External Drive, Model: Slim DVD±RW

* Price: $54

* Supports Single Layer discs at 8X maximum burning speed

* Supports Dual Layer discs at 6X maximum burning speed

* Does not come with any bundled DVD burning software