BUCKINGHAMSHIRE - February 16th, 2004 – ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (ASUS), a leading provider of high-performance optical drives, today introduced the world’s only DVD ReWriter supporting both 8 X DVD-Write and 8 X DVD+Write. The all new ASUS DRW-0804P also enables 4 X DVD-ReWrite, 4 X DVD+ReWrite, 12 X DVD-ROM, 24 X CD-Write, 24 X CD-ReWrite and 40 X CD-ROM to provide a flexible and high-speed operation.

The ASUS 8X8 DRW-0804P is a DVD±R/RW drive capable of reading data from and writing data on both DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW formats. With the dual compatibility feature, the DRW-0804P creates DVDs that can be played or read by most DVD-ROM drives and DVD players, making it perfect for multimedia data storage. It complies with the Enhanced-IDE Attachment Packet Interface (ATAPI) specification and comes equipped with the latest innovative technologies in DVD recording.

The ASUS 8X8 DRW-0804P incorporates innovative technologies including ASUS FlextraLink™ and FlextraSpeed™ for a seamless fusion of flexibility, high-quality recording and reliable operation. FlextraLink™ prevents buffer underrun problems and eliminates the creation of unusable discs, while FlextraSpeed™ enhances accuracy and reliability when writing and rewriting across a broad range of media by automatically adjusting operation speed. Both ASUS proprietary technologies occupy minimal system resources, allowing the PC to remain fully operational and available for other applications even during the recording process. In addition, the DRW-0804P adopted LCT (Liquid Crystal Tilt) technology, provides enhanced pick up head accuracy during recording and playback on disks with uneven curvature and thickness. With a full range of advanced features, burning a DVD (4.7GB or 4 hours) takes only seven minutes.
The ASUS 8X8 DRW-0804P is now available for shipment. For additional information about ASUS optical storage devices or other quality products, please visit the company homepage at http://www.asus.com.

ASUS DRW-0804P Features:
- 8X DVD-Write/4X DVD-RW/8X DVD+Write/4X DVD+ReWrite/12X DVD-ROM/24X CD-Write/24X CD-ReWrite/40X CD-ROM
- FlextraLink™ - Buffer Underrun Errors Prevention Technology
- FlextraSpeed™ - Optimal Writing Speed Adjustment Technology
- DDSS II - Double Dynamic Suspension System
- Optical Pickup Head LCT - Liquid Crystal Tilt Technology
- Vertical and Horizontal Mounting Available
- Supports DAO, TAO, SAO, Packet Write
- Supports Windows XP/ NT/ ME/ 2000/ 98SE
- Supports Multi-Formats: DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, CD-ROM Mode1, CD-ROM/XA Mode2, Photo CD, CD-I, CD-Extra, CD-Text
- Bundled Latest NERO Burning Software


About ASUS®
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (TSE:2357), the perennial leader of the motherboard industry, is also a leading manufacturer of top-quality desktop barebones, notebooks, IA devices, servers, graphics cards, broadband modems, wireless products and optical drives. With world-class engineering and offices and subsidiaries located in all corners of the world, ASUSTeK provides innovative solutions to consumers, businesses and OEM customers. The company has been amongst BusinessWeek’s “InfoTech 100” since 1998.