DVD ASUS ZenDrive U8M USB-C slim external gold

ASUS ZenDrive U8M — external DVD burner

For users of modern laptops, ultrabooks and desktops without a built-in optical drive, the ASUS ZenDrive U8M is an ideal solution for reading and writing data to optical media. With compact dimensions 142.5 × 135.5 × 13.9 mm and a low weight of 235 g ± 20 g, it is easily portable, while the elegant golden design inspired by Zen circles adds style. Support for M-DISC technology allows for reliable data archiving for up to 1,000 years, which is key for long-term preservation of important files.

Performance and speed of writing and reading

The mechanism handles DVD writing at speeds of up to 8× and CD at speeds of up to 24×, ensuring fast and efficient media burning. Similarly, the same speeds are achieved when reading, allowing for smooth playback and quick data access. Thanks to the support of USB Type-C, high compatibility with modern devices and easy connection without the need for adapters are ensured.

Compatible with various operating systems

The drive supports a wide range of operating systems including Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8 / 8.1 and Mac OS X 10.6 and higher, making it a universal tool for most users. In addition, a rich software package is available for Windows users, including CyberLink Power2Go 8 for burning, Nero BackItUp for backup and E-Green for energy saving.

Technology for protection and ease of use

The drive offers features such as Drag and Burn, which allows intuitive burning in a few simple steps. The Disc Encryption function increases data security with the ability to protect with a password and hide folders, which is ideal for sensitive files. With M-DISC support, long-term protection of your most important data is ensured.

Specifications

• Power supply: USB +5V ± 5%
• System requirements:
• CPU: Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon™ 2100+ and above
• RAM: 512 MB or more recommended
• HDD: 10 GB or more free space
• Interface: USB Type-C
• Supported reading speeds:
• DVD: Up to 8×
• CD: Up to 24×
• Supported writing speeds:
• DVD: Up to 8×
• CD: Up to 24×

This model meets the needs of both regular playback and burning, and long-term data archiving.