ASUS ZenDrive SDRW-08U7M-U, DVD Writer, External, USB 2.0, Black

The ASUS ZenDrive SDRW-08U7M-U is an external DVD±RW drive designed for use with laptops and desktop computers that lack internal optical stations. It features a slim profile with a height of 13.9 mm and a total weight of 228 g, making it suitable for mobile office environments or travel. The device connects via a USB 2.0 interface and utilizes USB bus power for operation, which removes the requirement for a separate power supply. Users can operate the drive in either a vertical or horizontal orientation depending on the available desk space.

This drive supports 8x DVD and 24x CD read and write speeds across various formats, including dual-layer discs and DVD-RAM. It is specifically compatible with M-DISC media, a technology intended for archiving data over extended periods compared to standard optical storage. The hardware works with both Windows and Mac OS X operating systems and uses a traditional tray-loading mechanism for 80 mm and 120 mm discs. Included software tools such as CyberLink Power2Go 8 and PowerBackup 2.5 assist with data management and security tasks.

• USB 2.0 interface for data and power
• 8x DVD and 24x CD read and write speeds
• M-DISC support for long-term data archiving
• Slim 13.9 mm profile for portability
• Vertical or horizontal mounting options
• Tray-loading mechanism for standard disc sizes
• Compatible with Windows and Mac OS X systems
• Bundled CyberLink disc burning and backup software