Access time
DVD drive average random access time	160 ms
Access time	160 ms
CD-ROM drive average random access time	160 ms
Design
Product colour	Black
Disc loading type	Tray
Mounting	Vertical/Horizontal
Internal
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	84717030
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%
Packaging content
Bundled software	Cyberlink Power2Go 8 Cyberlink PowerBackup 2.5 E-Green
Performance
Purpose	Desktop/Laptop
Optical drive type	DVD±RW
Interface	USB 2.0
Disc types supported	CD, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
Optical disc diameter	80,120 mm
Reading speed
CD read speed	24x
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-RAM read speed	5x
DVD-ROM read speed	8x
DVD-R Double Layer read speed	8x
DVD+R Double Layer read speed	8x
DVD+RW read speed	8x
Record modes
Track-at-once (TAO)
Disc-at-once (DAO)
Session-at-once (SAO)
Packet writing
Sequential writing
Random write
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported
Mac operating systems supported
Technical details
Playback disc formats	CD audio, CD video, DVD-Audio, DVD-Video
Weight & dimensions
Width	135.5 mm
Depth	142.5 mm
Height	13.9 mm
Weight	228 g
Writing speed
CD write speed	24x
CD rewrite speed	24x
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-RAM write speed	5x

STYLISH, ZEN-IMSPIRED DESIGN AND LIFETIME PROTECTION
ASUS ZenDrive U7M is an external DVD Writer featuring an ultra-slim 13mm form factor and a Zen-inspired design with a concentric-circle hairline finish that adds sophisticated aesthetics to any computer setup. 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.

SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES FOR 1,000 YEARS
ASUS ZenDrive U7M 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 - M-DISC DVDs can preserve data for 1,000 years or more, providing peace of mind that these lifetime memories will be safe for generations to come. Compared to hard drives, flash drives, and other writable media, which have the storage lifetime of around 8 years, M-DISC is designed to protect your memories from degradation and data loss for 1,000 years or more.

ULTRA-SLIM AND PORTABLE
ASUS ZenDrive U7M has an ultra-slim, 13mm form factor, making it the perfect companion to thin and light laptops.

THE MOST ROBUST BACKUP SOLUTION
ASUS ZenDrive U7M provides a complete, easy-to-use backup solution. Intuitive, bundled software called Cyberlink Power2go 8 simplifies the disc-burning process and offers optional encryption functionality to protect your private files. ASUS ZenDrive U7M also comes with on online backup solution for smartphones and tablets. Together, these powerful functions protect your information and minimize the risk of data loss to give you peace of mind.