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How do you connect a portable cd/dvd to Windows 11

Ken York 0 Reputation points
2025-12-01T00:17:54.85+00:00

How do you connect a portable cd/dvd to Windows 11 and transfer files?

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  1. Stefano Sirri 3,170 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-01T00:57:27.4033333+00:00

    Hi Ken,

    Thank you for reaching out!

    My name is Stefano, Microsoft Q&A Independent Advisor and it’s my pleasure to assist you today.

    If your external cd/dvd drive is "plug and play"

    • Plug the drive into a USB port (USB-A or USB-C depending on your model).
    • Most drives require two USB plugs (power + data) or a Y-cable. If yours has two, plug both.
    • Windows 11 should automatically recognize it—no drivers needed in most cases.

    You should see the drive appear in:

    File Explorer >This PC (usually as DVD Drive (D:) or similar)

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  3. Ken York 0 Reputation points
    2025-12-01T00:36:30.7066667+00:00

    How do you keep a portable cd/dvd running to transfer data to Windows 11 running Microsoft 360

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