Reading speed
| DVD+RW read speed |
8 x |
| DVD-RW read speed |
6 x |
| CD-R read speed |
24 x |
| DVD+R Double Layer read speed |
6 x |
| CD-RW read speed |
24 x |
| DVD-RAM read speed |
5 x |
| DVD-R Double Layer read speed |
6 x |
| CD read speed |
24 x |
| DVD+R read speed |
8 x |
| DVD-R read speed |
8 x |
Writing speed
| CD-R write speed |
24 x |
| CD-RW write speed |
24 x |
| CD write speed |
24 x |
| CD rewrite 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 |
Other features
| Minimum hard disk space |
20 GB |
| Minimum RAM |
256 MB |
| Minimum processor |
Pentium III 800 MHz |
| DC-in jack |
N |
TS8XDVDRW, DVD±RW: 8X, DVD±R: 8X, USB
Transcend's new 8X slim portable CD/DVD writer was created specifically for use with compact notebooks, and features an ultra-thin and sleek design, making it stylish, compact and easy to carry around. Entirely USB powered, no external power adapter is ever needed. Whether relaxing at home or traveling abroad, notebook users now have the freedom to enjoy DVD movies, install essential software or create data backup discs anytime, anywhere.
The CD/DVD writer comes bundled with a full-featured copy of the powerful media writing software CyberLink? Power2Go, and also includes a bonus 30-day trial version of CyberLink's MediaShow. With these easy-to-use software tools, users can not only burn music, data, video and even bootable discs in a variety of CD and DVD formats, including CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, and DVD-RAM, up to 8X DVD and 24X CD write speeds, but also compile, arrange, and produce media files with a simple and straightforward software interface.
Users planning to upgrade to Microsoft's newest operating system, Windows? 7, can also rest assured that Transcend's all-new CD/DVD writer is fully prepared. Having completely passed Windows 7 compatibility testing, the drive is guaranteed to work with both current and future systems.
Features
- USB 2.0 interface for high-speed data transfer
- 8x DVD±R read/write, 24x CD-R/RW read/write
- Compatible with CD-R/RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, DVD-RAM media
- Reads and writes Dual Layer discs
- Includes CyberLink Power2Go media writing software
- USB powered - No external power adapter needed
- Elegant slim modern design with rounded edges
- Compact and easy-to-carry
- Easy Plug and Play installation
- Anti-slip rubber feet
