Typical price: £32
What is it: Removable CD/DVD media drive
What we think: The Asus is a steal -- good overall performance at a low price
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 18 August 2005
Tags: Asus, Asus DRW-1608P, drivers, optical drives, applications
We like:
Good overall performance; inexpensive
We don't like:
Skimpy documentation; slow CD ripping/burning performance
You might also need:
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CNET UK judgement:
The Asus DRW-1608P is a steal -- good overall performance at a low price
Full review:
If it's time to update your ageing optical drive with something flashier but you don't have the budget for bells and whistles, consider the Asus DRW-1608P. This CD/DVD drive is inexpensive, handles a wide range of CD and DVD media (including both +R and -R double-layer DVDs) and performs comparably to other drives in its class. Asus even includes Ulead DVD-Video and Nero CD/DVD-Audio utilities to sweeten the deal. For installation novices, the lack of comprehensive documentation could be intimidating, but a tech-savvy friend can get you going. Continue Reading...
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