FYI I am using a Samsung SE-208AB/TSBS External DVD-Writer which works just fine which comes with an ultra short cable
Check out this mini hub as well http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-USB-2-0-4-Port-Ultra-Mini/dp/B000Q8UAWY/ref=pd_bxgy_pc_img_y
FYI I am using a Samsung SE-208AB/TSBS External DVD-Writer which works just fine which comes with an ultra short cable
Check out this mini hub as well http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-USB-2-0-4-Port-Ultra-Mini/dp/B000Q8UAWY/ref=pd_bxgy_pc_img_y