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ASUS ZenDrive U9M — external DVD drive

In this day and age, when many modern laptops and ultrabooks lack a built-in optical drive, the ASUS ZenDrive U9M comes as an ideal solution. This external DVD burner offers USB 2.0 interfaces with Type-C and Type-A support, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices, from the latest ultrabooks to older desktop computers. With an ultra-slim design of just 13.9 mm and an elegant Zen design with concentric surfaces, it is not only practical but also stylish. A key advantage is the support for M-DISC technology, which allows long-term data archiving for up to 1,000 years, making it perfect for preserving important photos, videos and documents.

Speed, compatibility and archiving

The ASUS ZenDrive U9M mechanism can read and write DVD media at speeds of up to 8× and CD media at speeds of up to 24×, which is great for backing up files or playing content. M-DISC technology is key for those who want to keep their data safe for a long time. The device is compatible with Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8 / 8.1 and Mac OS X 10.6 and above, making it a universal choice for users of various operating systems.

Practical features and software equipment

For Windows users, the ZenDrive U9M offers added benefits in the form of software such as CyberLink Power2Go 8, CyberLink PowerBackup 2.6, Nero BackItUp and the E-Green utility that optimizes energy consumption. The Drag and Burn function allows for quick disc creation in three easy steps, while Disc Encryption provides password protection and hidden folders for sensitive data. These features ensure easy and secure backup of your files.

Technical data

• Interface: USB 2.0 (Type-C and Type-A)
• Power supply: USB power supply +5 V ± 5%
• Read speed:
• DVD: up to 8×
• CD: up to 24×
• Write speed:
• DVD: up to 8×
• CD: up to 24×
• Supported operating systems:
• Windows 11, 10, 8 / 8.1
• Mac OS X 10.6 and above
• Dimensions: 142.5 × 135.5 × 13.9 mm
• Weight: 235 ± 20 g

In addition, the ZenDrive U9M is equipped with the M-DISC function, which ensures long-term data archiving, and is ideal for daily data burning, playback and backup.

Package Contents

• ASUS ZenDrive U9M (SDRW-08U9M-U)
• Pair of USB cables (Type-C and Type-A)
• Software Kit (for Windows)