AOpen introduced the ESV-289U, the slim external 4x Dual Mode DVD burner. The drive uses the USB 2.0 connection interface for easy connectivity to your PC or notebook, and can also be given a fashionable look by way of the exchangeable top cover. Specifications:

- Interface: USB2.0
- Speed
DVD+R: 4X/ DVD+RW:2.4X, DVD-R/RW:2X, CD-ROM: 24X, DVD-ROM: 8X, CD-RW 10x, CD-R: 16X
- Disc Formats:
DVD, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, CD-DA, CD-ROM/XA, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-I, Video CD, Photo-CD, CD-Extra & CD-Text
- Data Transfer Rates:
DVD-ROM: 8X MTRP 10.56MBytes/sec Max
CD-ROM: 24X MTRP 3600 KBytes/sec Max
- Data Buffer Size: 2MB
- Dimensions: 175 mm * 141 mm * 25 mm
- Weight: 430g

The bundled software package includes:

- Nero Ahead
- NeoDVD
- PowerDVD
- VideoStudio7.

Also, a power adapter has been included supporting connection to three different types of power points (European, UK, Australian).