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ASUS ZenDrive U8M (SDRW-08U8M-U) optical disc drive DVD±RW Black
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- CD/DVD
- 140/160 ms
- USB Type-C
- 142.5 x 135.5 x 13.9 mm
- 235 g
SKU #: 90DD0290-M29000
EAN #: 4711081049029
UNSPSC #: 43201818
- 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
| Internal | No |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90DD0290-M29000 |
| EAN | 4711081049029 |
| Manufacturer | ASUS |
| Availability | Out of Stock |
| 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 |
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
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
| 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 |