ASUS SDRW-08U5S-U optical disc drive DVD Super Multi DL Metallic

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For £32.62 ex‑VAT, this ASUS DVD Super Multi drive is the kind of “works when you need it” purchase that still makes sense in the UK B2B world—especially if you’re supporting older PCs, imaging boxes, CCTV/NVR installers, or any workflow that still expects disc authoring/reading. It’s a no-drama external/plug-in style solution (depending on how your setup is built) and you’re mostly paying for compatibility and reliability rather than anything flashy. If you’ve got occasional burn/archival needs—training media, OS recovery discs, distributing software to sites with flaky networks—this is a practical, budget-friendly option.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it as a primary daily driver in 2026. If your team is mostly downloading installers, deploying over USB/network, or moving everything through modern storage, you’ll barely use it and it can easily become desk clutter. Also, if you frequently write large volumes or need guaranteed performance on “weird” media, an optical drive at this price can’t compete with dedicated, heavier-use solutions. Buy it when you have a clear need for DVD read/write support; otherwise, spend the money on better storage/networking and save yourself the hassle.