System requirements
| Mac operating systems supported |
Y |
Performance
| Disc types supported |
DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-R DL, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD, CD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD |
| Optical drive type |
DVD Super Multi DL |
| Optical disc diameter |
120, 80 mm |
| LightScribe |
N |
Record modes
| Packet writing |
Y |
| Session-at-once (SAO) |
Y |
| Disc-at-once (DAO) |
Y |
| Track-at-once (TAO) |
Y |
Reading speed
| DVD-R Double Layer read speed |
8 x |
| CD-ROM read speed |
24 x |
| DVD-RAM read speed |
5 x |
| CD-RW read speed |
24 x |
| DVD+R Double Layer read speed |
8 x |
| CD-R read speed |
24 x |
| DVD+RW read speed |
8 x |
| DVD-ROM read speed |
8 x |
| DVD-RW read speed |
8 x |
| CD read speed |
24 x |
| DVD+R read speed |
8 x |
| DVD-R read speed |
8 x |
Access time
| DVD drive average random access time |
200 ms |
| CD-ROM drive average random access time |
200 ms |
Writing speed
| CD-RW write speed |
24 x |
| CD-R write speed |
24 x |
| DVD+R write speed |
8 x |
| DVD-R write speed |
8 x |
| DVD+RW write speed |
8 x |
| DVD-RW write speed |
6 x |
| DVD-R Double Layer write speed |
6 x |
| DVD+R Double Layer write speed |
6 x |
| DVD-RAM write speed |
5 x |
DVD/CD, USB 2.0, 120/80mm, 255g, Silver
<b>Ultra-thin and perfect for Ultrabooks!</b>
- MAC and Windows 8 Compatible;
- World's Thinnest DVD-Writer;
- 8X DVD writing speed;
- Built-in Hidden stand saves space and increases mobility;
- Disc Encryption doubles the security with password control and hidden file function;
- Drag-and-Burn with 3 easy steps to complete disc burning.
ASUS SDRW-08U5S-U external DVD writer presents a highly portable optical drive with the World’s thinnest form factor at just 12mm. Its sophisticated Zen-inspired design includes a built-in hidden stand that saves space and reduces clutter while enabling dual-stance horizontal and vertical placement. For data protection, ASUS integrates dual security measures, with password controls and encryption alongside encoded file name functionality.
<b>Disc encryption</b>
<b>Doubled data security</b>
Highest security standards with password control and encoded file name functionality.
<b>E-Green</b>
<b>The Most Energy Saving Drive</b>
E-Green auto-closes drive application when not in use, saving over 50% power consumption for users.
<b>Drag-and-Burn</b>
<b>Burn discs in three simple steps</b>
Drag and drop files to complete super-reliable disc burning in three intuitive steps.
<b>Built-in hidden stand</b>
<b>Flexible Dual Positioning</b>
Bundled stand enables vertical and horizontal placement for greater convenience and space saving.
