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Review Summary
2024-01-04T19:00:00
Will at least play back DVDs on my Mac mini with Sonoma OS, but could be better. Seems like the driver needs updating for it to be 100% compatible with latest Sonoma 14. Haven't tried recording a disc with it yet.
MasterOfNone
2023-11-29T19:00:00
Having had to return an LG external BR because it wouldn't work w/my Mac mini, I thought that I'd give this Asus a try. Woohoo! It works! Yes, this model doesn't do BR, but it works! Thanks Asus for keeping the Mac user in mind, and enabling this to work with Apple Silicon. Woohoo!
FanBoyInSoCal
2020-07-11T20:00:00
I purchased this external optical drive because my case doesnt have a spot for an optical drive. Its super great to use to watch movies with and its so light and thin. I really like how simple it is to hook up and operate. Just plug in the provided usb cable and the drive powers on then just press the button to open it and push the drawer back in to close it.
Thomas1983
Black
DVD+R (SL/DL): 8X
DVD-R (SL/DL): 8X
DVD+RW: 8X
DVD-RW: 8X
DVD+R (M-DISC): 8X
DVD-ROM (SL/DL): 8X
CD-R/RW/ROM: 24X
DVD Video Playback: 4X
VCD Playback: 10X
Audio CD Playback: 10X
DVD+R: 8X
DVD-R: 8X
DVD+R (M-DISC): 4X
DVD+RW: 8X
DVD-RW: 6X
DVD+R (DL): 6X
DVD-R (DL): 6X
CD-R: 24X
CD-RW: 24X
DVD : 160 ms
CD : 140 ms
CyberLink Power2Go 8
CyberLink PowerBackup 2.5
Nero BackItUp
E-Green
DVD+R (SL/DL): Incremental Write, Sequential Recording
DVD-R (SL): DAO, Incremental Recording
DVD-R (DL): DAO, Incremental Recording
DVD+RW: Random Write
DVD-RW: DAO, Restricted Overwrite, Incremental Recording
CD-R/RW: DAO, TAO, SAO, Packet Write
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or AMD Athlon 2100+ or higher
RAM: 512MB or more is recommended
HDD: 10 GB or higher
Reading:
DVD+R (SL/DL)
DVD-R (SL/DL)
DVD+RW
DVD-RW
DVD-ROM (SL/DL)
DVD-Audio
DVD Video
CD-R
CD-RW
CD-ROM
Audio CD:
VCD
CD-I
CD-Extra
Photo CD
CD-Text
CD-ROM/XA
Multi-session CD
CD Plus
Writing:
DVD+R (SL/DL)
DVD-R (SL/DL)
DVD+RW
DVD-RW
CD-R
CD-RW
Windows 10
Windows 8.1
Windows 8
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP
Mac OS X 10.6 or higher
4.72" (12cm) and 3.15" (8cm)
USB 2.0 (Compatible with USB Type-C and Type-A)
USB Power +5V +/- 5%
Operating: 41 Degree F to 104 Degree F (5 Degree C to 40 Degree C)
Storage : -22 Degree F to 140 Degree F (-30 Degree C to 60 Degree C)
Operating: 15% - 80% (Non-condensing)
Storage: 10% - 90% (Non-condensing)
Horizontal (+5 Degree to -5 Degree)
5.6 x 5.3 x 0.55" (14.2 x 13.5 x 1.39cm)
8.63 oz (245g)
889349805602
WORKS JUST FINE w/my Mac mini on Mac OS 14.1.1
By FanBoyInSoCal
Having had to return an LG external BR because it wouldn't work w/my Mac mini, I thought that I'd give this Asus a try. Woohoo! It works! Yes, this model doesn't do BR, but it works! Thanks Asus for keeping the Mac user in mind, and enabling this to work with Apple Silicon. Woohoo!
Convenient
By Thomas1983
I purchased this external optical drive because my case doesnt have a spot for an optical drive. Its super great to use to watch movies with and its so light and thin. I really like how simple it is to hook up and operate. Just plug in the provided usb cable and the drive powers on then just press the button to open it and push the drawer back in to close it.
Flexible Compatibility
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.
Beauty
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.
13.9mm thin
245g light
Convenience
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.
USB-A: Y Cable to Mini-USB
USB-C: Type-C to Mini-USB
Lifetime Protection
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.
Reassurance
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.