Never again worry about slow, bulky burners when you need to back up files or create a family video disc. The ASUS SDRW-08U1MT Serial ATA Dvd Drive is a slim, 9.5 mm internal DVD drive that fits easily into tight spaces and delivers fast 8X DVD writing, making disc creation quick and reliable for everyday use.
Benefits of ASUS DVD drive
You enjoy quieter operation thanks to the E-Media technology, while the E-Green engine automatically powers down when idle, cutting energy use in half. The OTS burning system gives you higher success rates, so you spend less time re-trying discs. With M-DISC support, your important data can survive for a millennium, giving you long-term peace of mind. Its slim 0.4 in height saves space in laptops and compact desktops, keeping your system tidy.
Key Features of an 8X DVD drive
- Height: 0.4 in. Ultra-thin design fits slim notebooks and cramped cases.
- Width: 5 in. Standard size matches most drive bays.
- Depth: 5 in. Easy to install in horizontal mounts.
- Interface: Serial ATA. Provides fast data transfer and wide compatibility.
- Write speed: 8x (DVD±R). Burns discs quickly, reducing waiting time.
- Read speed: 8x (DVD). Retrieves data swiftly for smooth playback.
- Supported media: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL, DVD-RAM, M-DISC and all CD formats. Handles any disc you need.
- Access time: 160 ms (DVD). Quick start-up for seamless disc access.
- Power saving: E-Green auto-close. Cuts power consumption by over 50 % when not in use.
- Quiet operation: E-Media technology. Keeps your workspace noise-free.
Usages of an 8X DVD drive
Ideal for everyday disc tasks, it fits naturally into your routine:
- Backing up important documents to M-DISC for archival safety.
- Creating photo slideshows or video compilations for family gatherings.
- Installing software or operating system discs on a laptop.
- Burning music CDs for car or home audio systems.
- Archiving school projects or presentations for easy sharing.
ASUS DVD drive
Many buyers worry that an internal DVD drive will be noisy, power-hungry, or too large for modern laptops. Others fear low compatibility with newer discs or unreliable burning results. The ASUS SDRW-08U1MT Serial ATA Dvd Drive removes these doubts. Its quiet E-Media design, half-power consumption thanks to E-Green, and support for a full range of DVD and CD formats-including long-lasting M-DISC-ensure you get a dependable, space-saving solution that works with any media you need.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Black |
| Miscellaneous / Color | Black |
| Storage |
| Storage / Enclosure Type | Internal |
| Storage / Product Type | DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM drive |
| Storage / Drive Type | DVD writer |
| Storage / Type | Disk drive |
| Storage / Interface | Serial ATA |
| Header |
| Header / Model | 08U1MT |
| Header / Product Line | ASUS SDRW |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Height | 0.4in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Width | 5in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Depth | 5in |
| General |
| General / Depth | 5 in |
| General / Width | 5 in |
| General / Interface | Serial ATA |
| General / Device Type | DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM drive - internal |
| General / Color | Black |
| General / Height | 0.4 in |
| Optical Storage (2nd) |
| Optical Storage (2nd) / Type | None |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x SATA 1.5Gb/s - 7 pin Serial ATA |
| Optical Storage |
| Optical Storage / Access Time | 160 ms (DVD), 140 ms (CD) |
| Optical Storage / 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, DVD-ROM DL, M-DISC |
| Optical Storage / Read Speed | 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) |
| Optical Storage / Write Speed | 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 6x (DVD±R DL) |
| Optical Storage / Supported Media Formats | CD Text, CD Extra, CD-DA (audio), CD-I, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Video CD, CD-ROM, DVD-Video |
| Optical Storage / Type | DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM |
| Optical Storage / Rewrite Speed | 24x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM) |
| Optical Storage / Features | Horizontal/vertical mountable, E-Green Engine technology, E-Media, M-DISC support, OTS technology |
| Software / System Requirements |
| Software / System Requirements / OS Required | Microsoft Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 |
| Storage Removable |
| Storage Removable / Type | None |
| Summary Details |
| Product colour | Black |
| Disc loading type | Tray |
| Mounting | Horizontal |
| Purpose | Laptop |
| Optical drive type | DVD-RW |
| Interface | Serial ATA |
| CD write speed | 24x |
| DVD+R write speed | 8x |
| CD-R write speed | 24x |
| CD read speed | 24x |
| CD-R read speed | 24x |
| CD-RW read speed | 24x |
| DVD drive average random access time | 160 ms |
| Access time | 140 ms |
