ASUS - ZenDrive 8x External DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black
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- 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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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.
Archive your files on disc with this ASUS ZenDrive external DVD writer. M-DISC support offers safe, durable archive-quality storage for videos and photos, while Nero BackItUp delivers comprehensive media and data backup. This ASUS ZenDrive external DVD writer boasts high-level disc encryption with encoded file name functionality and password control for enhanced security.
AGPTEK External CD/DVD Drive for Laptops - Many modern laptops no longer have built-in CD/DVD drives, making it impossible to insert CDs or DVDs to play music, watch movies, back up data or install systems. The AGPTEK external drive is the perfect solution, plug and play with no additional drivers required. Ensure the drive is recognized: Insert the external optical drive into the computer. After the Windows system recognizes the optical drive, the "DVD RW Drive" icon will be displayed. The Mac OS computer will not display the device icon until the disc is placed in the optical drive and the disc is read successfully. If the computer fails to recognize the optical drive, it may be that the computer's driver is missing or the output current is insufficient. About data cable & power cord: 1.The USB data cable is built into the bottom of the drive.(Note: The total length of the data cable is only about 10.24 inches / 26 cm.) 2.The charging cord is a separate USB cord that comes with the package. The charging cord cannot be used as a data cable alone, it must be used together with the USB data cable built into the back of the drive. 3.It's better to use the 5V charger/power bank to increase the power if your computer don't have enough power to support the external drive. (Note: For the Apple computers, you need to connect the external CD/DVD drive to the mac/macbook/imac through the USB A/C data cable first, and then connect the 5V charger/power bank to the external CD/DVD drive through the charging cord, otherwise the Apple computer will not recognize the external CD/DVD drive.) WINDOWS 11 Requirements: WINDOWS 11 needs a media player (such as VLC ) and a network connection. Reading and writing speed: 1.This CD/DVD drive supports USB 3.0 and can provide data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps. Although it has up to 8x DVD read/write speed and 24x CD read/write speed, the drive reads and writes CD/DVD discs at speeds that increase from the inner circle to the outer circle, and the starting speed is usually lower, reaching the maximum speed when reaching the outermost circle. 2.Recommended speeds (CD: Reading Speed: 24x or lower/Writing Speed: 8x to 16x; DVD: Reading Speed: 8x or lower/Writing Speed: 4x to 8x). For DVDs, slower writing speeds like 4x or 8x are often ideal to ensure data integrity, particularly for high-capacity or dual-layer discs. These speeds allow for more precise data encoding, reducing the risk of read errors in the future.
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