Add an optical drive to any setup with the ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U LITE. This slim, USB-powered writer burns DVDs up to 8× and CDs up to 24×, supports long-life M-DISC, and includes simple Drag-and-Burn software with Disc Encryption for secure backups on Windows and macOS.
Lightweight and portable, the ASUS USB-Powered SDRW-08D2S-U LITE connects via USB 2.0 (no power brick) and reads/writes a wide range of disc formats, making it ideal for installing software, digitising music, or archiving files. It delivers up to 8× DVD and 24× CD write speeds and supports M-DISC media for long-term data preservation. ASUS’s Drag-and-Burn interface streamlines disc creation in three steps, while Disc Encryption adds password protection and hidden-file options. Works with Windows and macOS, with CyberLink/Nero utilities included to get you started.
- USB 2.0 powered plug and play for Windows and Mac
- 8x DVD write and 24x CD write speeds for quick backups
- M Disc support for long term archival storage of your data
- Disc Encryption adds password protection and hidden file options
- Drag and Burn interface completes disc burning in three easy steps
| Product Width | 142.00 mm |
| Product Length | 142.00 mm |
| Product Height / Depth | 15.00 mm |
| Product Weight | 280.00 gm |
| Brand | Asus |
| Model/SKU | SDRW-08D2S_U |
| EAN | 4716659385066 |
| Product Type | External DVD Drive |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatibility | PC & macOS |
| System Requirements | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.5 or later |
| Read Speed | 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) |
| Write Speed | 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 6x (DVD±R DL) |
| CD / DVD Rewrite Speed | 16x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM) |
| Supported Media Types | CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL |
| Supported Media Formats | CD Text, CD Extra, CD-DA (audio), CD-I, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Video CD, CD-ROM, DVD-Video |
| Supported Recording Modes | Multisession, disc-at-once, track-at-once, packet writing, session-at-once, restricted overwrite, random access write, incremental recording, multi-border recording, sequential write |
| Software Included | CyberLink Power2Go 8 |
| Interfaces | 1 x USB 2.0 - 4 pin USB Type A |
| Features | Drag-and-burn in 3 easy steps, Free unlimited ASUS Webstorage for 12 months, Horizontal/vertical mountable, E-Green Engine technology, Disc Encryption |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 12 months |
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ASUS USB-Powered LITE External DVD Drive - Black | SDRW-08D2S_U
Add an optical drive to any setup with the ASUS SDRW-08D2S-U LITE. This slim, USB-powered writer burns DVDs up to 8× and CDs up to 24×, supports long-life M-DISC, and includes simple Drag-and-Burn software with Disc Encryption for secure backups on Windows and macOS.
Lightweight and portable, the ASUS USB-Powered SDRW-08D2S-U LITE connects via USB 2.0 (no power brick) and reads/writes a wide range of disc formats, making it ideal for installing software, digitising music, or archiving files. It delivers up to 8× DVD and 24× CD write speeds and supports M-DISC media for long-term data preservation. ASUS’s Drag-and-Burn interface streamlines disc creation in three steps, while Disc Encryption adds password protection and hidden-file options. Works with Windows and macOS, with CyberLink/Nero utilities included to get you started.
- USB 2.0 powered plug and play for Windows and Mac
- 8x DVD write and 24x CD write speeds for quick backups
- M Disc support for long term archival storage of your data
- Disc Encryption adds password protection and hidden file options
- Drag and Burn interface completes disc burning in three easy steps
| Product Width | 142.00 mm |
| Product Length | 142.00 mm |
| Product Height / Depth | 15.00 mm |
| Product Weight | 280.00 gm |
| Brand | Asus |
| Model/SKU | SDRW-08D2S_U |
| EAN | 4716659385066 |
| Product Type | External DVD Drive |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatibility | PC & macOS |
| System Requirements | Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.5 or later |
| Read Speed | 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) |
| Write Speed | 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 6x (DVD±R DL) |
| CD / DVD Rewrite Speed | 16x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM) |
| Supported Media Types | CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL |
| Supported Media Formats | CD Text, CD Extra, CD-DA (audio), CD-I, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Video CD, CD-ROM, DVD-Video |
| Supported Recording Modes | Multisession, disc-at-once, track-at-once, packet writing, session-at-once, restricted overwrite, random access write, incremental recording, multi-border recording, sequential write |
| Software Included | CyberLink Power2Go 8 |
| Interfaces | 1 x USB 2.0 - 4 pin USB Type A |
| Features | Drag-and-burn in 3 easy steps, Free unlimited ASUS Webstorage for 12 months, Horizontal/vertical mountable, E-Green Engine technology, Disc Encryption |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 12 months |