ASUS DRW-08D6MT Internal DVD±RW Drive
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About This Item
- 8X HH DVD Writer with compact 140 × 148 × 41 mm design
- Tray loading internal DVD±RW drive for desktop use
- Supports DVD-RAM, DVD±RW, CD-RW, and DVD+R M-DISC formats
- Serial ATA interface for easy installation
- Black colour with horizontal mounting orientation
- 30 mm shorter than standard drives for improved airflow
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ASUS DRW-08D6MT | Compact 8X Internal DVD±RW
The ASUS DRW-08D6MT (OEM) optical disc drive Internal DVD±RW Black is a compact, tray-loading internal DVD writer designed for desktop systems. Its 30 mm shorter form factor than comparable models provides improved airflow and chassis compatibility, making it ideal for space-conscious builds.
Product Specifications
| Metric | Spec. |
|---|---|
| Interface | Serial ATA |
| DVD±RW Write Speed | 6x–8x |
| CD Read/Write Speed | 24x |
| Form Factor | 140 × 148 × 41 mm |
| Disc Loading Type | Tray |
Compact Design for Better Airflow
The DRW-08D6MT measures just 140 × 148 × 41 mm, making it 30 mm shorter than the DRW-24D5MT. This reduced height improves chassis airflow and leaves more room for adjacent components, which is especially useful in compact desktop builds where every millimetre counts.
Versatile Disc Compatibility
This drive supports a wide range of disc formats including DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+RW, and CD-R/RW. It also handles dual-layer DVDs at up to 6x write speed and reads M-DISC media, making it suitable for both everyday backups and archival storage.
Fast Performance for Common Tasks
With 24x CD read/write speeds and 8x DVD read speeds, the DRW-08D6MT delivers quick access for software installation, media playback, and data transfer. Random access times of 160 ms (DVD) and 140 ms (CD) ensure responsive performance during frequent disc operations.
Flexible Recording Modes
The drive supports multiple recording modes including Track-at-Once, Session-at-Once, Disc-at-Once, and Packet writing. Features like Over-burn writing and Multi-session support give users advanced control over disc creation, whether for data backups or multimedia authoring.
Box contents
- ASUS DRW-08D6MT optical drive
- SATA data and power cable
Key points to check
- Confirm your desktop chassis has a 5.25″ drive bay available.
- Verify your motherboard includes a spare SATA port and power connector.
- Check that your system’s operating system supports DVD±RW functionality.
- Ensure the 140 × 148 × 41 mm footprint fits your build layout.
Common questions
Does this drive support Blu-ray discs?
Can I use this drive in a horizontal or vertical orientation?
What disc formats can I write to?
Is this drive suitable for video editing backups?
Does it come with software for burning discs?
Summary & warranty
The ASUS DRW-08D6MT is a practical internal DVD±RW drive for users who need reliable disc reading and writing in a compact form factor. Its broad format support and flexible recording modes make it suitable for both data backup and media creation. Covered by the applicable manufacturer warranty.
| DVD-RW write speed | 6x |
|---|---|
| DVD-RAM write speed | 5x |
| DVD-R Double Layer write speed | 6x |
| DVD+RW write speed | 8x |
| DVD+R write speed | 4x |
| DVD+R Double Layer write speed | 6x |
| CD-RW write speed | 24x |
| CD-R write speed | 24x |
| CD write speed | 24x |
| DVD-Video read speed | 4x |
| DVD-ROM Double Layer read speed | 8x |
| DVD+R M-DISC read speed | 8x |
| Audio CD read speed | 10x |
| DVD-R Double Layer read speed | 8x |
| DVD-RW read speed | 8x |
| DVD-ROM read speed | 8x |
| DVD-RAM read speed | 5x |
| DVD-R read speed | 8x |
| DVD+RW read speed | 8x |
| DVD+R read speed | 8x |
| DVD+R Double Layer read speed | 8x |
| CD-RW read speed | 24x |
| CD-ROM read speed | 24x |
| CD-R read speed | 24x |
| CD read speed | 24x |
| DVD drive average random access time | 160 ms |
| CD-ROM drive average random access time | 140 ms |
| Disc loading type | Tray |
| Optical drive type | DVD±RW |
| Interface | Serial ATA |
| Optical disc diameter | 120,80 mm |
| Mounting | Horizontal |
| Disc types supported | DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD-R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM |
| Internal | Yes |
| Restricted overwrite | Yes |
| Incremental recording | Yes |
| Track-at-once TAO | Yes |
| Session-at-once SAO | Yes |
| Sequential writing | Yes |
| Random write | Yes |
| Packet writing | Yes |
| Over-burn writing | Yes |
| Multi session | Yes |
| Disc-at-once DAO | Yes |
| Operating relative humidity H-H | 15 – 80% |
| Operating temperature T-T | 5 – 50 °C |
| Storage temperature T-T | -30 – 60 °C |
| Storage relative humidity H-H | 10 – 90% |
| Width | 148 mm |
| Weight | 410 g |
| Height | 41 mm |
| Depth | 140 mm |
| Cables included | SATA |
| Purpose | Desktop |
| Product colour | Black |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Distributor SKUs | CL90DD0340-B19000 |
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