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ASUS USB 2.0 Black External Slim CD / DVD Re-writer MacOS Compatible Model SDRW-08D2S-U
- PC / Mac compatible
- Elegant appearance embody the harmonious marriage of technology and aesthetics
- Disc Encryption doubles the security with password-controlled and hidden-file functionality
- Drag-and-burn interface accomplishes entire jobs in three easy steps
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Harmony of Technology and Aesthetics
Burn disc with enhanced data protection in just 3 quick steps and intuitive Disc Encryption lets you do this easily
- Elegant appearance embody the harmonious marriage of technology and aesthetics
- Disc Encryption doubles the security with password-controlled and hidden-file functionality
- Drag-and-burn interface accomplishes entire jobs in three easy steps
Double security on-the-go
Disc Encryption doubles the security with Password-controlled and hidden-file functionality.
3 easy steps to complete disc burning
Drag-and-burn interface accomplishes entire jobs in three easy steps.
Specifications
| Color | Black |
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| Write Speed |
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| Access time | DVD : 160 ms CD : 140 ms |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| OS Support |
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| System Requirements | CPU: Intel Pentium® 4 2.0GHz or AMD Athlon 2100+ or higher RAM: 512 MB or more is recommended HDD: 10 GB or higher |
| Software | Cyberlink Power2Go E-Green |
| Disc Formats | Audio CD, Video CD, CD-I, CD-Extra, Photo CD, CD-Text, CD-ROM/XA, Multi-session CD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM , DVD±R(SL/DL), DVD±RW, DVD-ROM(SL/DL), DVD-RAM, DVD Video |
| Disc Diameters | 12cm/8cm |
| Mounting Orientation | Vertical and Horizontal (+5° ~ -5°) |
| Dimensions | 142 x 142 x 20 mm (LxWxH) |
| Power | USB Power +5V ± 5% |
| Temperature | Operating : 5 ? to 40 ? Storage : -30 ? to 60 ? |
| Humidity | Operating : 15 % ~ 80 % (Non-condensing) Storage : 10 % ~ 90 % (Non-condensing) |
.. Disc Encryption double security with password-controlled and hidden-file functionality.
Drag-and-Burn: friendly interface with only three simple steps to burn a disc. Diamond-cut design realize aesthetics of technology.
OS Support: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / Server 2003 / Server 2008 / Mac OS X 10.5. Item does not include the stand. External DVD Drive - Black (Optical & Backup Drives).. SDRW08D2SUBGACI.
DVD+R: 8X
DVD-R: 8X
DVD+RW: 8X
DVD-RW: 8X
DVD-ROM: 8X
DVD+R (DL): 8X
DVD-R (DL): 8X
DVD-ROM (DL): 8X
DVD-RAM: 5X
CD-R: 24X
CD-RW: 24X
CD-ROM: 24X DVD
Video Playback: 4X
VCD Playback: 10X
Write Speed DVD+R: 8X
DVD-R: 8X
DVD+RW: 8X
DVD-RW: 6X
DVD+R (DL): 6X
DVD-R (DL): 6X
DVD-RAM: 5X
CD-R: 24X
CD-RW: 16X Writing Mode DVD+R &
DVD+R (DL): Sequential Write DVD-R &
DVD-R (DL): DAO/Incremental
Recording DVD+RW: Random
Write DVD-RW: DAO/Restricted Overwrite/Incremental
Recording DVD-RAM: Random Write CD-R/RW. DAO/TAO/SAO/Packet Write Access time
DVD: 160 ms
CD: 140 ms Interface USB 2.0 Data Buffer 1 MB OS Support Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
System Requirements Processor: Intel Pentium 4 20GHz or AMD Athlon 2100+ or higher
Memory: 512MB or more is recommended
HDD: 10 GB or more Software Cyberlink Power2Go E-Green Disc Formats Audio CD, Video CD, CD-I, CD-Extra, Photo CD, CD-Text, CD-ROM/XA, Multi-session CD, DVD Video Disc Diameters 12cm/8cm Mounting Orientation Vertical and Horizontal (+5 -5
Drag-and-Burn: friendly interface with only three simple steps to burn a disc. Diamond-cut design realize aesthetics of technology.
OS Support: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / Server 2003 / Server 2008 / Mac OS X 10.5. Item does not include the stand. External DVD Drive - Black (Optical & Backup Drives).. SDRW08D2SUBGACI.
DVD+R: 8X
DVD-R: 8X
DVD+RW: 8X
DVD-RW: 8X
DVD-ROM: 8X
DVD+R (DL): 8X
DVD-R (DL): 8X
DVD-ROM (DL): 8X
DVD-RAM: 5X
CD-R: 24X
CD-RW: 24X
CD-ROM: 24X DVD
Video Playback: 4X
VCD Playback: 10X
Write Speed DVD+R: 8X
DVD-R: 8X
DVD+RW: 8X
DVD-RW: 6X
DVD+R (DL): 6X
DVD-R (DL): 6X
DVD-RAM: 5X
CD-R: 24X
CD-RW: 16X Writing Mode DVD+R &
DVD+R (DL): Sequential Write DVD-R &
DVD-R (DL): DAO/Incremental
Recording DVD+RW: Random
Write DVD-RW: DAO/Restricted Overwrite/Incremental
Recording DVD-RAM: Random Write CD-R/RW. DAO/TAO/SAO/Packet Write Access time
DVD: 160 ms
CD: 140 ms Interface USB 2.0 Data Buffer 1 MB OS Support Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
System Requirements Processor: Intel Pentium 4 20GHz or AMD Athlon 2100+ or higher
Memory: 512MB or more is recommended
HDD: 10 GB or more Software Cyberlink Power2Go E-Green Disc Formats Audio CD, Video CD, CD-I, CD-Extra, Photo CD, CD-Text, CD-ROM/XA, Multi-session CD, DVD Video Disc Diameters 12cm/8cm Mounting Orientation Vertical and Horizontal (+5 -5
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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Return Policies
- Return for refund until: January 31, 2027
- Return for replacement until: January 31, 2027
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Manufacturer Contact Info
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- Support Phone: 1-510-739-3777
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The ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U is a slim external CD/DVD writer with a USB 2.0 interface, suited to PC and Mac users who need to read or burn discs without an internal optical drive.
Recommended For
- Laptop owners whose computer lacks an optical drive and who occasionally need to read or burn standard CDs and DVDs; a customer review specifically describes buying it for a new ASUS laptop without a DVD drive.
- People who need a compact external drive for occasional CD or DVD burning—such as making music, data, or video discs—rather than a high-throughput disc-writing setup.
- Users with older CDs, DVDs, or disc-based software who want a portable reader for a computer without a built-in drive; the model is a slim external USB optical drive.
- Mac or Windows users with a compatible USB connection who want one external drive for occasional disc access; ASUS positions the model for PC and Mac use, and a Mac community post reports an older unit working with macOS Monterey.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Portable CD and DVD reading and burning on compatible Windows or Mac computers, with USB 2.0 connectivity and disc-encryption features |
| Optical Disc Formats And Speeds | Reads DVD-ROM at 8X and CD-ROM at 24X; writes DVD+R, DVD+RW, and DVD-R at 8X, DVD-RW at 6X, DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL at 6X, DVD-RAM at 5X, CD-R at 24X, and CD-RW at 16X |
| Access Time | DVD-ROM: 160 ms; CD-ROM: 140 ms |
| Interface And Compatibility | USB 2.0 connection; supports Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, and Mac OS X 10.5 |
| System Requirements | Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 2100+ or higher; 512 MB or more of RAM recommended; 10 GB or more of hard-drive space |
| Features And Included Software | Tray-loading drive with disc encryption, password-controlled and hidden-file functionality, drag-and-burn interface, and E-Green; includes CyberLink Power2Go 7 |
| Design And Dimensions | Black, slim portable design; 0.79 × 5.59 × 5.59 inches; weighs 1.2 pounds |
| Model Identifiers | ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U |