ASUS ZenDrive U8M (SDRW-08U8M-U) optical disc drive DVD±RW Black

CD/DVD, 140/160 ms, USB Type-C , 142.5 x 135.5 x 13.9 mm, 235 g, black

Key Features

• Iconic design: Robust construction with Zen-inspired concentric-circle finish
• USB-C interface: Perfect companion for latest-gen ASUS ZenBook or other ultraslim laptop
• M-DISC support: Save your precious photos, videos and data for up to 1,000 years
• Drag and burn: Create a disc in just three steps, via intuitive interface (Windows OS)
• Disc encryption: Hassle-free data protection through password control and hidden-folder functions (Windows OS)
• Backup software included: Nero BackItUp enables easy archival of photos, videos or data to your HDD or SSD (Windows OS)
• Windows or Mac OS: Cross-platform support for broad compatibility

Description

ASUS ZenDrive U8M

EXPAND THE LAPTOP OF TOMORROW

Ultraslim External DVD Drive & Writer

USB-C interface
M-DSIC support
Drag-and-burn

Zen-inspired Ultraslim Design

ASUS ZenDrive U8M packs serious funtionality into its robust, ultraslim 13.9mm frame. Finished with the beautiful, Zen-inspired concentric-circle aesthetic, it effortlessly combines great design, solid contructions and sophisticated style.

Perfect Companion for ASUS Zenbook or Other Latest-gen Laptop

USB-C is a feature of virtually all new laptops, including all new ASUS ZenBook models – so ASUS ZenDrive U8M is ready to plug right in. The smart little socket enables any-way-up connection convenience, so just attach U8M via USB-C to add instant multimedia playback or backup functionality to your Windows or Mac computer.

Save Your Precious Photo, Video and Data for Generations

ASUS ZenDrive U8M supports M-DISC, an archival-quality storage solution designed to help users protect their most precious digital memories — such as family photos and home videos — Compared to hard drives, flash drives, and other writable media, which have the storage lifetime of around 8 years, M-DISC burning technology engraves recorded data into a patented rock-like layer that is resistant to extreme conditions, allowing you to save your lifetime memories and important data for 1,000 years or more.

Easy-to-use, Comprehensive Backup Solution

ASUS ZenDrive U8M provides comprehensive and easy-to-use backup solution for Windows. Everything you need included to protect your precious data, giving you total peace of mind.

Drag and burn*

Create a disc in just three easy steps, via intuitive interface.


Disc encryption*

Hassle-free data protection through password control and hidden-folder functions.

Backup software included*

Nero BackItUp enables easy archival of photos, videos or data to your HDD or SSD.
* Windows OS only

Specifications

Design
Disc loading type	Tray
Product colour	Black
Mounting	Horizontal
Internal	No
Performance
Purpose	Desktop/Laptop
Optical drive type	DVD±RW
Interface	USB Type-C
Optical disc diameter	80,120 mm
Disc types supported	CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW
Writing speed
DVD+R M-DISC write speed	4x
DVD-RW write speed	6x
DVD-R write speed	8x
DVD-R Double Layer write speed	6x
DVD+RW write speed	8x
DVD+R write speed	8x
DVD+R Double Layer write speed	6x
CD-RW write speed	24x
CD-R write speed	24x
Reading speed
DVD+R M-DISC read speed	8x
DVD-R Double Layer read speed	8x
DVD-RW read speed	8x
DVD-ROM read speed	8x
DVD-R read speed	8x
DVD+RW read speed	8x
DVD+R read speed	8x
DVD+R Double Layer read speed	8x
CD-ROM read speed	24x
CD-R read speed	24x
Optical drive
Disc loading type	Tray
Optical drive type	DVD±RW
Interface	USB Type-C
Optical disc diameter	80,120 mm
Mounting	Horizontal
Disc types supported	CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW
Internal	No
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 8.1
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur
Weight & dimensions
Width	135.5 mm
Weight	235 g
Height	13.9 mm
Depth	142.5 mm
Software
Bundled software	CyberLink Power2Go 8 CyberLink PowerBackup 2.6 Nero BackItUp E-Green
Packaging content
Bundled software	CyberLink Power2Go 8 CyberLink PowerBackup 2.6 Nero BackItUp E-Green
Technical details
Purpose	Desktop/Laptop
Product colour	Black
Harmonized System (HS) code	84717030
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	84717030