ASUS
ASUS SDRW-08U7M-U External Ultra-slim DVD Writer
Discover the ASUS SDRW-08U7M-U, an external ultra-slim DVD writer designed for portability and convenience. This sleek black drive connects easily via USB 2.0, providing reliable read and write capabilities for your optical media. It supports writing DVDs up to 8x speed and CDs up to 24x speed. A key benefit is its M-Disc compatibility, allowing for long-term, archival-quality data preservation. This RoHS-certified drive is an excellent, portable solution for users needing to read or write DVDs and CDs on their computer.
$34.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.2
/ 5
Category Rank
93
/ 167
#93 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Maximum DVD Write Speed
8
/ x
Who it's for
- Highly Portable Design
- M-Disc Support for Archiving
- Single-Cable USB Power
Who should skip it
- Slower Write Speeds
- Flimsy Tray Mechanism
- Potential Power Instability
Key Specs
Maximum DVD Write Speed
8x
Maximum CD Write Speed
24x
Host Interface
USB 2.0
Dimensions
5.3" Width x 5.6" Depth x 0.5" Height
Weight
Approximately 8.04 oz
Supported Media
DVD-RAM/±R/±RW, Double-layer
Drive Type
External Ultra-slim
Color
Black
Features
- Ultra-slim and highly portable design
- Supports long-term M-Disc archiving
- Compatible with DVD+/-R/RW and CD+/-R/RW
- Double-layer media writing support
- Simple USB 2.0 connectivity
- Environmentally friendly RoHS certified
What customers say
This external DVD writer earns high praise primarily for its exceptional portability and sleek, ultra-slim design, perfectly complementing modern laptops. Users value the reliable plug and play setup across different systems, ensuring quick functionality. A key benefit is the M-DISC support, offering significant appeal for those prioritizing long term data archival and security. The drive consistently handles standard reading and writing tasks well. While the lightweight plastic casing draws minor concerns about long term durability for heavy travel, the overall consensus highlights this unit as a highly functional, aesthetically pleasing, and dependable external optical solution for occasional use.
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