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ASUS - External USB Double-Layer 8x DVD+RW/24x CD-RW Drive - Black

Model: SDRW-08D2S-U
SKU: 5109841
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Customers are saying

Customers regard this product as highly accessible, frequently praising its plug-and-play ease of use and reliable overall performance. Users also appreciate the device's affordable price, fast speeds, and compact, quiet design that ensures broad compatibility across various computers. While the majority of feedback is positive, some users noted that the included cord is quite short. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its simplicity and functional efficiency.

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Features

  • Optical Media Supported

    Supporting various formats including DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD±RW, DVD±R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, CD-R, Multi-session CD, CD-ROM/XA, Photo CD, CD-I and more.

  • 24x Maximum CD Read Speeds and 24x Maximum CD Write Speeds

    Ensuring lightning-fast read and write for CDs with a Maximum 16x Rewrite Speed.

  • 8x Maximum DVD Read Speeds and 8x Maximum DVD Write Speeds

    For quick read and write for DVDs with a Maximum 8x Rewrite Speed.

  • Drag and Burn

    Provides a friendly interface with only three simple steps to burn a disc.

  • Enhanced Encryption

    Disc encryption doubles security with password protection and the ability to hide files within the disc.

  • Rapid Access Times

    With average access times of 160ms for DVD and 140ms for CD, you can tackle your tasks in no time.

  • USB System Connection

    Utilizing USB enables easy connection to your device and only a 1MB buffer for smooth operation.

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Specifications
  • Dual Layer Media Supported
    Yes
    System Requirements
    Microsoft Windows 11/10/8.1/8; Mac OS X 10.6 and above
    Included Software
    CyberLink Power2Go 8, CyberLink PowerBackup 2.6, Nero BackItUp, E-Green
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Reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 585 reviews

5 star rating. 429 reviews4 star rating. 105 reviews3 star rating. 21 reviews2 star rating. 6 reviews1 star rating. 24 reviews
93% would recommend to a friend
Customers are sayingCustomers regard this product as highly accessible, frequently praising its plug-and-play ease of use and reliable overall performance. Users also appreciate the device's affordable price, fast speeds, and compact, quiet design that ensures broad compatibility across various computers. While the majority of feedback is positive, some users noted that the included cord is quite short. Overall, the product is well-regarded for its simplicity and functional efficiency.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Ease of use (185)
  • Overall Performance (105)
  • Price (41)
  • Speed (34)
  • USB (30)
  • Cord Length (5)
  • Software (4)

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The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    All Around Good Purchase

    Since many laptops no longer has cd drives but occasionally one would be helpful, This external drive is priceless. It is lightweight, fully functional and enables the use of my old CDs and DVDs. It is also quiet and small enough to fit into my computer bag. Excellent economical purchase.

    Posted by VictorB

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    M-Disc Capable Drive at a Great price

    Bought a new desktop that did not include an optical drive which is a must for me, so looking for an archival M-Disc capable, do everything drive led me to this Asus. So far- So good. Stylish and functional, and now I can read and write anything. As an older Geek with MANY discs of varying content it's still a MUST in a system!

    Posted by TheBeatkat

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works well with HP Laptop

    Just plugged in and works great i also have an HP 14 in laptop i use with and it works great

    Posted by DesmaL

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Drive Works Fine - Special Cable is Super Awkward

    You get what you pay for. The drive works fine. I plugged it into my HP Envy laptop with Win 11 and it works with zero issues. As with all "slim and portable" drives, it requires 2-hand operation or it skids all over the place when trying to access and manipulate the bay. I'm thinking of Velcro-ing it to my monitor stand ... The split cable is super awkward both physically and electrically. You'll see what I mean when you try to plug in both ends. One end is for data + power, the other end is for only power and used if the data port has insufficient juice for write operations. Note: there is very little length between the two heads. This needs special consideration. To make it work, I had to plug the data head into a USB Type-C PD port, or both heads into two ports side by side on a powered hub. Your mileage may vary ... Bottom line :: it works fine if you can accommodate the port requirements and it's feather weight issues.

    Posted by Droidiphile

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Robust, well Priced and Does the Job

    My collection of hundreds of CDs was aching to be transferred to digital accounts. I was able to use the straightforward Asus to capture my cherished music collection and of course I can still use the drive anytime since it is still looking strong. It took me months to do the uploads, but the Asus is Ace for us.

    Posted by Noddy

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Pros for ASUS - External USB Double-Layer 8x DVD+RW/24x CD-RW Drive - Black
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Cons for ASUS - External USB Double-Layer 8x DVD+RW/24x CD-RW Drive - Black
Software, Cord LengthSoftwareThere were no cons for this product—Software, Noise Level

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Questions & Answers

  • This may sound silly but can this play cds and dvds besides just rewrite them? Thanks.

    Yes. it can read and write CDs and DVDs.

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  • What type of usb cord is required? It doesn’t appear to include one. Also, does it actually need 2 cords and 2 USB ports?

    There is a USB cord included in the box. The cord connects to the device with a micro-USB connection, and has two USB 2.0 connections daisy-chained at the other side.

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  • I am looking for something to hook up to my computer tower to be able to burn one CD to another. I only have 1 drive on my tower, so I am looking for an external drive to be able to copy one CD to a blank CD. Does this do that ? Thanks !

    Yes, the DVD writer can be connected to a computer tower to record or burn from disc to disc.

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  • Does this external drive support CD-ROM?

    Yes, this drive supports CD-ROM, along with other formats.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.

  • How much cache buffer does the ASUS External Drive have?

    This ASUS External Drive has a 1 megabyte cache buffer.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
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