ASUS SDRW-08U7M-U optical disc drive DVD±RW Silver
Product Technical Specification
Design | |
Internal | No |
Product colour | Silver |
Disc loading type | Tray disc loader |
Mounting | Vertical/Horizontal |
Performance | |
Purpose | Desktop/Notebook |
Optical drive type | DVD±RW |
Interface | USB 2.0 |
Disc types supported | CD,CD-R,CD-ROM,CD-RW,DVD,DVD+R,DVD+R DL,DVD+RW,DVD-R,DVD-R DL,DVD-RAM,DVD-ROM,DVD-RW |
Optical disc diameter | 80,120 |
Writing speed | |
CD write speed | 24 |
CD rewrite speed | 24 |
CD-R write speed | 24 |
CD-RW write speed | 24 |
DVD+R write speed | 8 |
DVD-R write speed | 8 |
DVD-R Double Layer write speed | 6 |
DVD+R Double Layer write speed | 6 |
DVD+RW write speed | 8 |
DVD-RW write speed | 6 |
DVD-RAM write speed | 5 |
Reading speed | |
CD read speed | 24 |
CD-R read speed | 24 |
CD-RW read speed | 24 |
CD-ROM read speed | 24 |
DVD+R read speed | 8 |
DVD-R read speed | 8 |
DVD-RW read speed | 8 |
DVD-RAM read speed | 5 |
DVD-ROM read speed | 8 |
DVD-R Double Layer read speed | 8 |
DVD+R Double Layer read speed | 8 |
DVD+RW read speed | 8 |
Access time | |
DVD drive average random access time | 160 |
Access time | 160 |
CD-ROM drive average random access time | 160 |
Record modes | |
Track-at-once (TAO) | Yes |
Disc-at-once (DAO) | Yes |
Session-at-once (SAO) | Yes |
Packet writing | Yes |
Sequential writing | Yes |
Random write | Yes |
System requirements | |
Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
Operational conditions | |
Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 80 |
Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 |
Storage temperature (T-T) | -30 - 60 |
Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 135.5 |
Depth | 142.5 |
Height | 13.9 |
Weight | 228 |
Packaging content | |
Bundled software | Cyberlink Power2Go 8 Cyberlink PowerBackup 2.5 E-Green |
Technical details | |
Playback disc formats | CD audio,CD video,DVD-Audio,DVD-Video |
Delivery Options

Economy Delivery (UK)

Business Express
- M-Disc 1,000-year archival storage support
- Includes two free M-DISC 4.7GB DVDs
- 8X DVD write speed
- Ultra-slim 13mm form factor
- Nero BackItUp full backup solution for Android devices
- Windows and Mac compatible
STYLISH, ZEN-IMSPIRED DESIGN AND LIFETIME PROTECTION.
ASUS ZenDrive U7M is an external DVD Writer featuring an ultra-slim 13mm form factor and a Zen-inspired design with a concentric-circle hairline finish that adds sophisticated aesthetics to any computer setup. M-DISC burning technology engraves recorded data into a patented rock-like layer that is resistant to extreme conditions, allowing you to save your lifetime memories and important data for 1,000 years or more.
SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES FOR 1,000 YEARS.
ASUS ZenDrive U7M supports M-DISC, an archival-quality storage solution designed to help users protect their most precious digital memories — such as family photos and home videos — M-DISC DVDs can preserve data for 1,000 years or more, providing peace of mind that these lifetime memories will be safe for generations to come. Compared to hard drives, flash drives, and other writable media, which have the storage lifetime of around 8 years, M-DISC is designed to protect your memories from degradation and data loss for 1,000 years or more.
ULTRA-SLIM AND PORTABLE.
ASUS ZenDrive U7M has an ultra-slim, 13mm form factor, making it the perfect companion to thin and light laptops.
THE MOST ROBUST BACKUP SOLUTION.
ASUS ZenDrive U7M provides a complete, easy-to-use backup solution. Intuitive, bundled software called Cyberlink Power2go 8 simplifies the disc-burning process and offers optional encryption functionality to protect your private files. ASUS ZenDrive U7M also comes with on online backup solution for smartphones and tablets. Together, these powerful functions protect your information and minimize the risk of data loss to give you peace of mind.
Design | |
Internal | No |
Product colour | Silver |
Disc loading type | Tray disc loader |
Mounting | Vertical/Horizontal |
Performance | |
Purpose | Desktop/Notebook |
Optical drive type | DVD±RW |
Interface | USB 2.0 |
Disc types supported | CD,CD-R,CD-ROM,CD-RW,DVD,DVD+R,DVD+R DL,DVD+RW,DVD-R,DVD-R DL,DVD-RAM,DVD-ROM,DVD-RW |
Optical disc diameter | 80,120 |
Writing speed | |
CD write speed | 24 |
CD rewrite speed | 24 |
CD-R write speed | 24 |
CD-RW write speed | 24 |
DVD+R write speed | 8 |
DVD-R write speed | 8 |
DVD-R Double Layer write speed | 6 |
DVD+R Double Layer write speed | 6 |
DVD+RW write speed | 8 |
DVD-RW write speed | 6 |
DVD-RAM write speed | 5 |
Reading speed | |
CD read speed | 24 |
CD-R read speed | 24 |
CD-RW read speed | 24 |
CD-ROM read speed | 24 |
DVD+R read speed | 8 |
DVD-R read speed | 8 |
DVD-RW read speed | 8 |
DVD-RAM read speed | 5 |
DVD-ROM read speed | 8 |
DVD-R Double Layer read speed | 8 |
DVD+R Double Layer read speed | 8 |
DVD+RW read speed | 8 |
Access time | |
DVD drive average random access time | 160 |
Access time | 160 |
CD-ROM drive average random access time | 160 |
Record modes | |
Track-at-once (TAO) | Yes |
Disc-at-once (DAO) | Yes |
Session-at-once (SAO) | Yes |
Packet writing | Yes |
Sequential writing | Yes |
Random write | Yes |
System requirements | |
Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
Operational conditions | |
Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 80 |
Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 |
Storage temperature (T-T) | -30 - 60 |
Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
Weight & dimensions | |
Width | 135.5 |
Depth | 142.5 |
Height | 13.9 |
Weight | 228 |
Packaging content | |
Bundled software | Cyberlink Power2Go 8 Cyberlink PowerBackup 2.5 E-Green |
Technical details | |
Playback disc formats | CD audio,CD video,DVD-Audio,DVD-Video |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.