Please suggest on USB Optical Drives for u460

Just ordered a U460 this morning and I am looking to buy an external USB powered optical DVD Burner. My question is, Do I have to buy only Lenovo brand or any other brand would work with it?
I personally liked the sleek and stylish HP USB DVD Burner, but I am not sure if it works with U460. Also, it is cheaper than the lenovo product. Will it work with my U460?
Please answer my questions. Thanks in advance.
Satheesh
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no need to buy only lenovo brand, feel free to buy hp usb dvd burner or any other usb dvd rom, it'll work with your computer.

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