What do you use to block/disable USB ports and CD/DVD drives?

I have been tasked with finding software that can disable USB ports not being used for keyboards & mica and CD/DVD devices. At a previous job we used Sophos Enterprise console and it had that ability. I currently use VIPRE Business Premium but I don't see where their products have the same capability. So, what do you gals and guys use?
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