ASUS SBC-06D2X-U optical disc drive Blu-Ray DVD Combo Black

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For a little over £96 ex‑VAT, the ASUS SBC‑06D2X‑U looks like a sensible “just make it work” external/desktop optical option for a UK office that still needs discs occasionally—think software installs from legacy media, occasional backups, or shipping/receiving partners who don’t do downloads. ASUS tends to be reliable on the boring stuff: consistent tray mechanics and readable playback, so you’re not constantly troubleshooting why a disc won’t mount. If you don’t use optical drives every day, that’s where this kind of combo drive tends to earn its keep.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if your requirement is heavy, regular Blu‑ray ripping/archiving or you’ve got a mixed-batch of old scratched discs—optical media workflows are just less predictable than network storage or USB workflows, and spending “nearly £100” on something you’ll fight with isn’t good value. Also, if your main use is Windows installs or media playback, you may already be better off with a cheaper DVD-only drive (or moving to download-based provisioning) depending on your environment. In short: buy it if you truly still rely on discs occasionally and want a dependable brand; skip it if optical is becoming a daily workflow or your use case is mainly about bulk data movement.