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Asus DVD-E818A4B DVD-E818A4 18x DVD-ROM Drive (Double-layer)
- 18x DVD-ROM read speed
- Supports double-layer DVD media (DVD-9)
- Internal SATA interface
- High-speed DVD data retrieval
- Compatible with DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-ROM
- Supports CD formats (CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM)
- Tray-loading mechanism
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Product Overview
The Asus DVD-E818A4B is an internal 18x DVD-ROM drive. It is designed for reading DVD media, including double-layer discs, and offers a high read speed for efficient data access.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DVD-ROM Drive |
| Interface | SATA (Serial ATA) |
| Read Speed (DVD-ROM) | 18x |
| Read Speed (DVD-R/RW) | 14x |
| Read Speed (DVD+R/RW) | 14x |
Additional Specifications
| Read Speed (DVD-RAM) | 5x |
| Read Speed (CD-ROM) | 48x |
| Supported Media | DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch Internal Bay |
| Loading Mechanism | Tray |
Product Description
The Asus DVD-E818A4B is an internal DVD-ROM drive engineered for high-speed reading of optical media. Featuring a Serial ATA (SATA) interface, it offers faster data transfer rates compared to older IDE interfaces, making it suitable for modern computer systems. The drive's primary function is to read DVD-ROM discs, including the increasingly common double-layer (DVD-9) format, which allows for significantly larger storage capacities of up to 8.5GB per disc. This makes it ideal for accessing large software installations, movie DVDs, and extensive data archives. With an impressive 18x read speed for standard DVD-ROMs, the DVD-E818A4B ensures quick loading times and efficient data retrieval. It is also capable of reading various DVD formats, including DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW, although it is not a burner for these media types. The drive also maintains compatibility with all CD formats, offering a read speed of up to 48x for CD-ROMs, ensuring it can handle a wide range of optical media. Designed for installation in a standard 5.25-inch internal drive bay, this Asus drive utilizes a tray-loading mechanism for easy disc insertion and removal. Its focus on read performance and compatibility with double-layer DVDs makes it a reliable choice for users who need to access a broad spectrum of DVD and CD content on their desktop computers.


