Asus

Asus DRW-24B1ST 24x Internal SATA DVD Rewriter

3.8 (19 reviews)

Experience Fast and Reliable DVD Writing with ASUS DRW-24B1ST The ASUS DRW-24B1ST is an internal 24x DVD rewritable SATA optical drive designed for fast and reliable data writing and reading. With innovative features like E-Green and E-Hammer, this drive not only conserves energy but also ensure...

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Overview

Experience Fast and Reliable DVD Writing with ASUS DRW-24B1ST

The ASUS DRW-24B1ST is an internal 24x DVD rewritable SATA optical drive designed for fast and reliable data writing and reading. With innovative features like E-Green and E-Hammer, this drive not only conserves energy but also ensures data security. Perfect for multimedia data storage and sharing, the DRW-24B1ST is an excellent addition to any desktop setup.

Specifications:

  • Type: Internal 24x DVD-RW SATA Optical Drive
  • E-Green: Conserves energy when the drive is not in use
  • OTS: Automatically generates an optimal burning strategy for the best burning quality
  • E-Hammer: Permanently deletes the data on writable discs
  • AVRS: Auto Vibration reducing system technology minimizes vibration
  • Color: Black

Key Features

Internal 24x DVD-RW SATA Optical Drive

E-Green - Innovative technology that helps conserve energy when drive is not in use; Decreases CO2 emissions

OTS - Generates a optimal burning strategy automatically for the best burning quality

E-Hammer - Ensure data security by permanently deletes the data on writable discs; Discs cannot be recovered or restored

AVRS - Auto Vibration reducing system technology to minimize the vibration caused by the internal components; Ensures high readability and payability

Specifications

Type
Internal DVD Rewriter
Interface
SATA
DVD Write Speed
24x
Energy Saving Technology
E-Green
Burning Strategy
OTS (Optimal Burning Strategy)
Data Security Feature
E-Hammer
Vibration Reduction
AVRS (Auto Vibration Reducing System)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features E-Green technology, which conserves energy when the drive is idle, reducing power consumption.
  • Includes OTS (Optimal Burning Strategy) for automatically generating the best burning strategy to enhance quality.
  • Equipped with E-Hammer, a feature that permanently deletes data on writable discs, ensuring data security.
  • Utilizes AVRS (Auto Vibration Reducing System) to minimize internal component vibration, improving readability and playback stability.
  • Offers 24x DVD-RW SATA optical drive capability, providing robust read and write speeds for DVD media.

👎 Cons

  • As an internal SATA drive, it requires an available SATA port and a 5.25-inch bay within a computer case for installation.
  • The E-Hammer feature, while useful for data security, renders discs unusable after deletion, which is irreversible.
  • While AVRS reduces vibration, it doesn't eliminate all noise during high-speed operation.
  • Optical drives are becoming less common in modern computer builds, potentially limiting its utility for some users.
  • The 24x speed refers to DVD-R writing; performance with other disc types like CD-R/RW is not specified.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Asus DRW-24B1ST is an internal 24x DVD-RW SATA Optical Drive, capable of reading and writing to DVD and CD media.
E-Green technology is an innovative feature that helps conserve energy when the drive is not in use, which can lead to decreased CO2 emissions and lower power consumption.
Yes, the E-Hammer feature allows you to permanently delete data on writable discs, ensuring that the data cannot be recovered or restored for enhanced security.
OTS automatically generates an optimal burning strategy to ensure the best burning quality for your discs, aiming for reliable data writing.
The drive incorporates AVRS (Auto Vibration Reducing System) technology, which minimizes the vibration caused by internal components to ensure high readability and playback stability.