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Black slim external optical drive with a tray loader, diamond-cut finish, horizontal or vertical orientation

ASUS

ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U B G ACI external blu-ray drive

SKU CH-FNKB-1MTEB MPN SDRW-08D2S-U B G ACI

An external optical drive that reads and writes Blu-ray, DVD and CD media, connects via USB 2.0 and includes password-protected disc encryption

  • Password-protected disc encryption secures data
  • Drag-and-burn software burns discs in three steps
  • Diamond-cut chassis works vertically or horizontally
  • USB 2.0 interface connects to Windows XP through Server 2008 and Mac OS X 10.5
  • 24× CD and 8× DVD read speeds with 140 ms CD and 160 ms DVD access times

Diamond-Cut External Optical Drive

The ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U is a slim external drive that reads and writes CD, DVD and Blu-ray media. It connects through a USB 2.0 port and operates in both vertical and horizontal orientations. The diamond-cut chassis provides a distinct visual profile for desktop setups.

Writers Who Need Physical Media Support

This drive suits users who archive data to disc, install legacy software or play optical media on modern laptops without built-in drives. It supports Windows XP through Server 2008 and Mac OS X 10.5. Buyers who require a bundled vertical stand or native Blu-ray writing capability should look elsewhere.

USB 2.0 Interface Determines Peak Throughput

The USB 2.0 connection limits maximum write speeds to 24x for CD-R and 8x for DVD+R. Read speeds reach 24x for CD-ROM and 8x for DVD media. Average random access times are 140 ms for CD and 160 ms for DVD. Systems without a spare USB 2.0 port cannot use this drive.

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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size305 × 229 × 110 mm

Questions about this item

Does this drive need a separate power adapter or does it run from the USB port?

The drive connects through a USB 2.0 interface and draws its power from that connection, so no external power supply is required.

What is the correct way to seat a disc in the tray so it is not ejected immediately?

Place the disc label-side up on the tray hub until it clicks into the centre spindle; the drive will not read a disc that is simply resting loose on the tray surface.

Will the USB 2.0 cable or the tray mechanism need replacement after heavy use?

The tray-loading mechanism is rated for repeated cycling, and the USB 2.0 cable is detachable, so either part can be swapped independently if it ever wears out.

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