Asus 1608P3S-BEI-BLUK DRW-1608P3S 16x DVD+/-RW Drive (Double-layer)

SKU 1608P3S-BEI-BLUK

Brand Asus

16x DVD+/-RW drive
Supports double-layer DVD+/-R media
Black bezel
IDE (PATA) interface
Up to 16x DVD+/-R write speed
Up to 48x CD-R write speed
Supports DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: DVD+/-RW Drive
Interface: IDE (PATA)
Max Write Speed (DVD+/-R): 16x
Max Write Speed (CD-R): 48x
Double Layer Support: Yes
Color: Black

Product details

The Asus DRW-1608P3S is a 16x DVD+/-RW drive that supports double-layer recording. It offers a reliable solution for burning and reading various optical media formats, including high-capacity dual-layer discs.

Technical Information

Drive Type	DVD+/-RW Drive
Interface	IDE (PATA)
Max Write Speed (DVD+/-R)	16x

Additional Specifications

Max Write Speed (CD-R)	48x
Double Layer Support	Yes
Color	Black

Description

The Asus DRW-1608P3S, identified by SKU 1608P3S-BEI-BLUK, is an internal optical drive designed for desktop computers, offering comprehensive support for DVD and CD media. This drive is capable of writing to DVD+/-R discs at speeds up to 16x and CD-R discs at speeds up to 48x, making it efficient for burning large amounts of data or creating multimedia discs. A key feature is its support for double-layer DVD+/-R media, which allows for significantly higher storage capacity (up to 8.5GB) compared to single-layer discs (4.7GB), ideal for backing up large files or creating high-definition video DVDs. The drive adheres to the DVD Multi format, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of DVD recordable and rewritable media, including DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW. It also fully supports CD formats, such as CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW. The inclusion of a black bezel allows for seamless integration into many PC case designs. The interface used is IDE (PATA), a common standard for optical drives of its generation, ensuring compatibility with a broad spectrum of motherboards. As a reliable optical drive, the Asus DRW-1608P3S provides essential functionality for users who still rely on optical media for data storage, software installation, or media playback. Its robust write and read capabilities, coupled with support for dual-layer discs, make it a versatile component for multimedia enthusiasts and general computer users alike. The drive is designed for internal installation in a standard 5.25-inch bay.

Condition: Refurbished