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ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U/B 8X Slim External DVD+RW Optical Drive (Black)

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ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U/B 8X Slim External DVD+RW Optical Drive (Black)
Key Features
  • Up to 8X DVD Read / Write Speeds
  • Up to 24X CD Read / Write Speeds
  • 160 ms DVD Access Time
  • 140 ms CD Access Time
The black SDRW-08D2S-U/B 8X Slim External DVD+RW Optical Drive from ASUS features enhanced encryption standards complete with password protection and the ability to hide files within the disc. The process of burning files to the disc has also been simplified with a drag-and-drop burning interface. This optical drive supports a variety of disc formats including Audio CD, Video CD, CD-I, CD-Extra, Photo CD, CD-Text, CD-ROM/XA, Multi-session CD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM , DVD±R(SL/DL), DVD±RW, DVD-ROM(SL/DL), DVD-RAM, DVD Video and support for up to 8X DVD burning speeds and 24X CD burning speeds.
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ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U Overview

The black SDRW-08D2S-U/B 8X Slim External DVD+RW Optical Drive from ASUS features enhanced encryption standards complete with password protection and the ability to hide files within the disc. The process of burning files to the disc has also been simplified with a drag-and-drop burning interface. This optical drive supports a variety of disc formats including Audio CD, Video CD, CD-I, CD-Extra, Photo CD, CD-Text, CD-ROM/XA, Multi-session CD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM , DVD±R(SL/DL), DVD±RW, DVD-ROM(SL/DL), DVD-RAM, DVD Video and support for up to 8X DVD burning speeds and 24X CD burning speeds.

Double Security On-the-Go
Disc encryption doubles the security with Password-controlled and hidden-file functionality.
3 Steps to Complete Disc Burning
Drag-and-burn interface accomplishes entire jobs in three easy steps.
UPC: 610839416745

ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U Specs

Key Specs
Maximum Read Speed
CD
DVD
Maximum Write Speed
DVD: 8x
CD: 24x
M-DISC Support
No
OS Compatibility
Windows 8 to 11
macOS 10.6 or Later
Enclosure Type
External
Input/Output
USB-A 2.0
Loading Mechanism
Tray
Functional Orientation
Horizontal or Vertical
Maximum Read Speed
CD
  CD-ROM: 24x
  CD-RW: 24x
  CD-R: 24x
DVD
  DVD-RAM: 5x
  DVD-RW: 8x
  DVD+RW: 8x
  DVD-R (SL/DL): 8x
  DVD+R (SL/DL): 8x
  DVD-ROM (SL/DL): 8x
Maximum Write Speed
DVD
  DVD+R: 8x
  DVD-R: 8x
  DVD+R (SL): 4x
  M-DISC: 4x
  DVD+RW: 6x
  DVD-RW: 6x
  DVD+R (DL): 6x
  DVD-R (DL): 6x
CD
  CD-R: 24x
  CD-RW: 24x
Access Time
DVD: 160 ms
CD: 140 ms
M-DISC Support
No
OS Compatibility
Windows 8 to 11
macOS 10.6 or Later
Power Source
Bus Powered
Input Power
5 VDC
Operating Conditions
41 to 104°F / 5 to 40°C at 15 to 80% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-22 to 140°F / -30 to 60°C at 10 to 90% Humidity
Dimensions (W x H x D)
5.6 x 5.6 x 0.8" / 14.2 x 14.2 x 2 cm
Weight
0.6 lb / 0.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.915 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.55 x 7.35 x 2.7"

ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U Reviews

Great

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-12

It's great! Burns quick

Great DVD Drive, Great Price

By Om
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-17

This DVD Drive has great functionality and has been easy to setup and use. The entire setup process took me a minute with a macOS system, just plug in and it worked! This drive not only has great functionality, but also great form factor as it is extremely thin and light for a disc drive. Overall satisfied with my purchase, it works great!

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question

What are the DVD-R DL andDVD+R DL) Write speeds?
Asked by: Chris L.
Both the DVD-R DL and DVD+R speeds are 8x.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

will this burn cd+g ?
Asked by: Anonymous
It hangs my asus when I load the programme which comes with this driver and mother board was later fried fortunately laptop was under warranty and asus replaced mother board. My laptop is UX32VD
Answered by: SANTOSH K.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Why does the cable have to USB ends to it I don't ...

Why does the cable have to USB ends to it I don't have the operating manual can I get one
Asked by: marie
If you need to connect to usb-c, you can use an adapter. Here is the link to the manual: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/667690.pdf
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2021-02-15

question

will this work in windows 10?
Asked by: Archimedes F.
Seems to work just fine on my Ausus Zenbook with Windows 10. I haven't had much need to use it but no problems when I have used it.
Answered by: Paul H.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Multisession burning how?
Asked by: Anonymous
Multi session burning can be done on any drive. It is software dependent. For example with Power2Go (http://bhpho.to/1Qa4YoW) you can uncheck the Close Disk box on the burner tab until you are done adding data to the disk.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-28

I need to replace the power cord for this drive. ...

I need to replace the power cord for this drive. Where can I purchase it ?
Asked by: Mariaanne
This ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U/W 8X Slim External DVD+RW Optical Drive (White), uses a USB to mini b cable would work. The following cable would work perfectly Pearstone USB 2.0 Type A Male to Type B Mini Male Cable (Black) - (6') BH #PECUAMUMBM6 • MFR #USB-AMB6
Answered by: Moe
Date published: 2022-07-07

question

I lost the cable. Any idea how to work around that? I'm not finding any cables that seem to work apart from the cable in the box.
Asked by: Anonymous
You need a new cable with two USB 2.0 connectors on the computer end. Many power supplies have sufficient power with just one of these plugs connected. On the other end a USB 2.0 MINI-B 5 pin is required for connection to the drive..
Answered by: Jan H.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

does this come with the stand?
Asked by: EDWARD M.
mine did not
Answered by: Shaya P.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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