ASUS ZenDrive U9M External Optical Disc Drive DVD±RW Black

The ASUS ZenDrive U9M is a compact external DVD±RW optical drive that lets you read and write CDs and DVDs using a single USB connection. Ideal for laptops and PCs without a built-in disc drive, it's perfect for installing software, playing media, creating backups, or archiving important files. Compatible with both USB Type-C and USB Type-A devices for added convenience
 

Ultra-thin & Perfect for ZenBook
ASUS ZenDrive U9M is an ultra-slim external DVD Writer which supports USB Type-C and Type-A interfaces, provides two cables to allow data transmission including PC and Mac. Its sophisticated Zen-inspired design with concentric-circle hairline finish demonstrated the aesthetics of technology.

Stylish and Zen-inspired Design
ASUS ZenDrive U9M packages its function in a minimalist design, featuring an ultra-slim 13 mm form factor and a Zen-inspired design with a concentric-circle hairline finish that adds sophisticated aesthetics to any computer setup. The simplicity of design, making it the perfect companion to thin and light laptops.

Double Interface Compatibility
ASUS ZenDrive U9M offers two cables which USB Type-C and Type-A interface support a variety of laptops including PC and Mac. The reversible Type-C for any-way-up connectivity convenience, enable ultra-fast data transmission from compatible devices.

Save Your Precious Memories for 1,000 Years
ASUS ZenDrive U9M 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 — Compared to hard drives, flash drives, and other writable media, which have the storage lifetime of around 8 years, 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.

The Most Robust Backup Solution
ASUS ZenDrive U9M provides a complete, easy-to-use backup solution. Intuitive, bundled software called CyberLink Power2Go 8 and PowerBackup, simplifies the disc-burning process and offers optional encryption functionality to protect your private files, further provides auto backup data archiving. It also comes with wireless backup from Android device to computer by Nero BackItUp application. Together, these powerful functions protect your information and minimize the risk of data loss to give you peace of mind.

• Product colour  - Black
• Disc loading type -  Tray
• Mounting - Horizontal
• Interface - USB 2.0
• Disc types supported - CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
• Optical disc diameter - 80, 120 mm

Writing speed 
CD-R write speed    24x
CD-RW write speed    24x
DVD+R write speed    8x
DVD-R write speed    8x
DVD-R Double Layer write speed    6x
DVD+R Double Layer write speed    6x
DVD+RW write speed    8x
DVD-RW write speed    6x
DVD+R M-DISC write speed    4x

Reading speed
CD-R read speed    24x
CD-RW read speed    24x
CD-ROM read speed    24x
DVD+R read speed    8x
DVD-R read speed    8x
DVD-RW read speed    8x
DVD-R Double Layer read speed    8x
DVD-Video read speed    4x
DVD+R M-DISC read speed    8x
DVD-ROM Double Layer read speed    8x
Video CD read speed    10x
Audio CD read speed    10x
DVD+R Double Layer read speed    8x
DVD+RW read speed    8x

Access time
DVD drive average random access time    160 ms
CD-ROM drive average random access time    140 ms

Record modes
Track-at-once (TAO)    
Disc-at-once (DAO)    
Session-at-once (SAO)    
Multi session
Packet writing    
Over-burn writing    
Sequential writing    
Random write    
Restricted overwrite    
Incremental recording

    
System requirements

Windows operating systems supported 
Mac operating systems supported 

Operational conditions 
Operating relative humidity (H-H)    15 - 80%
Operating temperature (T-T) 5 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) -30 - 60 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)    10 - 90%

Weight & dimensions
Width - 135.5 mm
Depth - 142.5 mm
Height - 13.9 mm
Weight -245 g

Packaging content
Quantity per pack    1 pc(s)
Bundled software CyberLink Power2Go 8, CyberLink PowerBackup 2.5, Nero BackItUp, E-Green

Cables included    USB Type-A, USB Type-C