ASUS - ZenDrive 8x External DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black
Specifications
- Optical Media SupportedCD-DA, CD-I, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, Photo CDDual Layer Media SupportedYesM-Disc ReadyYesMaximum Read Speeds8x DVD±RW; 8x DVD±R; 8x DVD±R(DL); 8x DVD-ROM; 8x DVD-ROM(DL); 8x DVD+R(M-DISC); 24x CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROMMaximum Write Speeds8x DVD±R; 8x DVD+RW; 6x DVD-RW; 6x DVD±R(DL); 4x DVD+R(M-DISC); 24x CD-R/CD-RWIncluded SoftwareCyberLink Power2Go 8, CyberLink PowerBackup 2.5, Nero BackItUp, E-Green
- Key Specs
- Optical Media Supported: CD-DA, CD-I, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, Photo CD
- Dual Layer Media Supported: true (A drive that supports dual-layer media is able to read and write a specific format that provides additional recording space via a second recordable layer.)
- M-Disc Ready: true (Drives with this capability can write to an M-DISC, a media format for permanently archiving data that is less affected by environmental factors than regular DVD media.)
- Maximum Read Speeds: 8x DVD±RW; 8x DVD±R; 8x DVD±R(DL); 8x DVD-ROM; 8x DVD-ROM(DL); 8x DVD+R(M-DISC); 24x CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM (The greatest speed(s) at which the device can read information from a disc. Speeds are often written as nX, with n indicating the multiple of the original speed. For example, a drive reading at 8X is twice as fast a drive reading at 4X.)
- Maximum Write Speeds: 8x DVD±R; 8x DVD+RW; 6x DVD-RW; 6x DVD±R(DL); 4x DVD+R(M-DISC); 24x CD-R/CD-RW (The greatest speed(s) at which the device can write information to a disc. Speeds are often written as nX, with n indicating the multiple of the original speed. For example, a drive writing at 8X is twice as fast a drive reading at 4X.)
- Included Software: CyberLink Power2Go 8, CyberLink PowerBackup 2.5, Nero BackItUp, E-Green
- General
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: SDRW-08V1M-UBLK
- Product Name: ZenDrive 8x External DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive
- Color: Black
- Compatibility
- Drive Location: External
- Drive Type: DVD Rewriter
- Optical Media Supported: CD-DA, CD-I, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, Photo CD
- Dual Layer Media Supported: true (A drive that supports dual-layer media is able to read and write a specific format that provides additional recording space via a second recordable layer.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows
- M-Disc Ready: true (Drives with this capability can write to an M-DISC, a media format for permanently archiving data that is less affected by environmental factors than regular DVD media.)
- Connectivity
- Interface(s): USB-C (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Performance
- Maximum Read Speeds: 8x DVD±RW; 8x DVD±R; 8x DVD±R(DL); 8x DVD-ROM; 8x DVD-ROM(DL); 8x DVD+R(M-DISC); 24x CD-R/CD-RW/CD-ROM (The greatest speed(s) at which the device can read information from a disc. Speeds are often written as nX, with n indicating the multiple of the original speed. For example, a drive reading at 8X is twice as fast a drive reading at 4X.)
- Maximum Write Speeds: 8x DVD±R; 8x DVD+RW; 6x DVD-RW; 6x DVD±R(DL); 4x DVD+R(M-DISC); 24x CD-R/CD-RW (The greatest speed(s) at which the device can write information to a disc. Speeds are often written as nX, with n indicating the multiple of the original speed. For example, a drive writing at 8X is twice as fast a drive reading at 4X.)
- Average Access Time: 160 ms (The average length of time it takes for the drive to find a piece of information and make it available to the computer for processing.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.59 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 5.59 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 5.91 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Weight: 0.51 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: CyberLink Power2Go 8, CyberLink PowerBackup 2.5, Nero BackItUp, E-Green
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 195553473460
Enjoy playing audio CDs and multimedia from DVDs, burning discs, installing software and much more with ASUS ZenDrive V1M, the all-new, high-style external DVD drive and writer. Crafted with sleek, self-storing USB-C cable design, ZenDrive V1M is the perfect complement to the latest-generation ultraslim laptops – in the office or on the go.
- Convenient cable storage: No more losses with a built-in 24cm connecting cable.
- USB-C interface: Perfect companion for latest-generation ultraslim laptops.
- M-DISC support: Store your precious photos, videos and data for up to 1,000 years.
- Windows or macOS: Cross-platform support for broad compatibility.
- Drag and burn: Create a disc in just three steps, via intuitive interface. (Windows only)
- Disc Encryption: Hassle-free data protection through password control and hidden-folder functions. (Windows only)
- Backup software included: Nero BackItUp enables easy archival of photos, videos or data. (Windows only) Win11
Whats Included
- ASUS ZenDrive 8x Max. DVD Write Speed External USB 2.0 DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive
- Two cables for USB Type-C and Type-A interfaces (24cm length)
- Owner's manual
Q: Can I use this drive with both Windows and macOS?
A: Yes, this drive offers cross-platform support for both Windows and macOS.
Q: What kind of interface does this ASUS external DVD drive use?
A: This drive uses a USB-C interface, making it compatible with a wide range of devices.
Q: What is the maximum DVD write speed of this drive?
A: The maximum write speed for DVDs is 8x for DVD±R and DVD+RW formats.
Q: How long can I store data on an M-DISC with this drive?
A: This drive supports M-DISC media, allowing you to store data for up to 1,000 years.
Q: Does this drive come with any backup software?
A: Yes, it includes Nero BackItUp software for easy data archiving.
A: I don't know if your still looking for an answer but hopefully I can be of a little help. Technically the drive should work with Macs however the included software only works with PCs. What that means is that the drive should still work with Macs (at least it claims so on the box) and will read CD, DVD, and Blu-ray discs, just you will need to download third-party software to work with the drive I believe. In other words, if you just want to view your pictures and download them then I believe you should just be able to connect the drive to your mac and then put in your discs. Hopefully then you should see the drive as a connected device and be able to access the disc. Once there, you should be able to download your pictures. However I'm on PC so I'm not for certain but I believe you can download them without extra software. If you want to listen to music or watch movies then you will need a media player if one isn't already installed. In that case, VLC Media player is free and open source and works with Mac. Burning discs and ripping CDs will require other software. That is very long winded but hopefully it is of some help.
Q: Does this unit work with Windows 11?
A: Yes, this optical disc drive works with Windows 11.
A: Yes, I have a MacBook Air M2 2022 and it works for me. However, it doesn't show up on the Mac until you add a disc.
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| Performance, Compatibility, Ease of use | Ease of use, Performance, Compatibility, Size, Price | Ease of use, Overall Performance, USB, Compatibility, Size | Ease of use, Overall Performance, USB, Size, Price |
| Cons for ASUS - ZenDrive 8x External DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black | |||
| USB Length | Software | There were no cons for this product— | Software, Noise |
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Customers are saying
Customers consistently note the excellent performance of the ZenDrive 8x External DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive. Users report that it functions well for playing movies, audio, and data. Positive feedback highlights its reliable operation and ability to meet user needs. There were no negative customer comments reported.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
ZenDrive with Windows 11.
I use the ASUS ZenDrive with an AMD RYZEN 7 desktop. It works fine with Windows 11. I use the drive mainly for archiving pictures and DVDs.
Posted by AugustusE
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Quality and Simplicity in Asus products
Name Brand that is compatible with my HP Windows 11 laptop. The only known name brand that has been known to make a quality product. Simple and trustworthy. It took a bit of searching to find this Asus DVD Drive.
Posted by BrianG
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So Far, So Good
So far, so good. Reads the CD/DVDs I insert. Have not yet tried the burner, so not sure about that. Had trouble finding the right adapter for my new computer, though. Finally got one through Best Buy that would work, after getting some incorrect advice from the chat folks.
Posted by Anon
