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Samsung SE-208BW/AMBS Storage External DVD-RW USB 2.0 SmartHub
- External USB 2.0 DVD-RW drive
- Supports DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
- Supports CD-R, CD-RW
- Up to 8x DVD write speed
- Up to 24x CD write speed
- Compact and lightweight design
- Powered by USB connection
- Plug-and-play installation
- SmartHub technology for enhanced connectivity (specific features may vary)
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- External DVD-RW Drive
- Interface
- USB 2.0
- Write Speeds
- DVD-R: 8x, DVD+R: 8x, DVD-RW: 6x, DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 16x
- Read Speeds
- DVD-ROM: 8x, CD-ROM: 24x
- Supported Media
- DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW
- Buffer Size
- 2 MB
Product details
The Samsung SE-208BW/AMBS is an external USB 2.0 DVD-RW drive. It provides a compact and portable solution for reading and writing to CD and DVD media. This drive is ideal for users who need optical media capabilities on their laptops or desktops without an internal drive, offering plug-and-play convenience.
Technical Information
| Product Type | External DVD-RW Drive |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Write Speeds | DVD-R: 8x, DVD+R: 8x, DVD-RW: 6x, DVD+RW: 8x, DVD-RAM: 5x, CD-R: 24x, CD-RW: 16x |
| Read Speeds | DVD-ROM: 8x, CD-ROM: 24x |
Additional Specifications
| Supported Media | DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Buffer Size | 2 MB |
| Dimensions | 141 x 136.5 x 17.1 mm |
Description
The Samsung SE-208BW/AMBS is an external optical drive designed to provide essential CD and DVD reading and writing capabilities to computers lacking an internal drive. Utilizing a USB 2.0 interface, this drive offers straightforward plug-and-play connectivity, drawing power directly from the USB port, which eliminates the need for an external power adapter and enhances its portability. Its slim and lightweight profile makes it an ideal companion for laptops, ultrabooks, and desktops where space is a premium or an internal drive is absent. This drive supports a comprehensive range of optical media formats, including DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM, alongside CD-R and CD-RW discs. It delivers respectable performance with write speeds of up to 8x for DVD-R and 24x for CD-R, enabling efficient burning of data, creation of backups, or installation of software. The inclusion of a 2MB buffer memory helps to ensure smooth and reliable disc burning operations by minimizing the risk of data errors. The SE-208BW/AMBS is designed for ease of use and broad compatibility across various operating systems. The 'SmartHub' designation might imply additional software features or enhanced connectivity options, though the core functionality remains that of a reliable external DVD writer. It serves as a practical solution for users who still rely on optical media for software distribution, data archiving, or media consumption, offering a cost-effective and convenient alternative to internal drives.
Condition: Refurbished
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