The ASUS CRW-4824A delivers cutting edge CD-RW performance with innovative P-CAV (partial constant angular velocity) writing strategy. The result is ultimate reliability and performance for music compilation, data backups and smooth audio playback. And of course, ASUS patented technologies such as FlextraLink™, FlextraSpeed™, DDSS II and AI auto-speed adjustment are also available in this top-quality optical drive to allow 24X/48X re/writing speeds. Product Features

Multi-Functions: 48X Write/24X Rewrite/52X Read
P-CAV (partial constant angular velocity) Writing Strategy
FlextraLink™ Buffer Underrun Errors Prevention Technology
FlextraSpeed™ Optimal Writing Speed Adjustment Technology
Superior Stability with DDSS II (2nd Generation Double Dynamic Suspension System)
Proprietary AI Auto Speed Adjustment Technology
Swift Data Recording: Burn a Full 650MB CD in 2 1/2 Minutes
High-Speed DAE (Max. 52X) and VCD Data Extraction supported
Mt. Rainier Supported
Supports Multi-Format and O/S Compatibility
Windows XP Logo Certified
Plug & Play Supported
Vertical and Horizontal (+5o ~ -5o) Mounting Available
Unique Dust-Proof and Noise-Control Design

Retail Package
ASUS Internal IDE 48X CD-RW Drive x 1
Cable Set (IDE Cable*1pc + Screws*4pcs + Audio Cable*1pc) x 1
Bundle S/W (Latest CD Burning Software) x 1
Manual (English + Traditional Chinese) x 1
Quick Installation Guide in 12 Languages x 1
ASUS 48X Blank CD-R Disc x 1
ASUS 24X Blank CD-RW Disc x 1
Emergency Eject Pin and Instruction Slip x 1

Specifications:
Data Transfer Rate: P-CAV write/ CLV rewrite/ CAV read

Sustained Data Transfer Rate
CD-R (Read): 52X Max. 7200 KB/sec (CAV)
DAE: 52X Max. 7200 KB/sec (CAV)
CD-R (Write): 48X, 40X, 32X, 24X, 20X, 16X, 12X, 8X, 4X
CD-RW (Rewrite): 24X, 16X, 12X, 10X, 8X, 4X, 2X
Random Access Time 100 ms typical @ 1/3 stroke
Writing Modes TAO (Track-At-Once), DAO (Disc-At-Once), DAO-RAW, SAO (Session-At-Once), Packet Write, and Multi-Session
O/S Compatibility Windows XP/ NT/ ME/ 2000/ 98/ 98SE, Linux, MS-DOS 6.xx
Interface ATAPI/ E-IDE (ANSI X3T9.2 90-143.)
Data Buffer 2MB
Anti-Coaster Technology FlextraLink™
Recording Technology FlextraSpeed™
Bundle Software Latest CD Recording Software
Audio Outputs Line out Output: 0.7V rms typical
Headphone: 0.7V rms typical
Disc Disc Formats: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Mixed Mode CD-ROM, CD-I, CD-Extra, CD-Text, Video CD, DVCD, Bootable CD
Disc Diameters: 8 cm and 12 cm Recommended Media CD-R: AMT, CMC, Hitachi Maxwell, Kodak, MaxMax, Mitsubishi Chemical, Philips, Princo, Prodisc, Ricoh, Ritek, SONY, Taiyo Yuden, TDK, YAMAHA
CD-RW: AMT, CMC, Mitsubishi Chemical, Philips, Plextor, Prodisc, Ricoh, Ritek, SONY, TDK, Verbatim, YAMAHA
Reliability MTBF: 100,000 Power On Hours
Dimensions (H/W/D): 41.5 x 149.0 x 197.5 mm (1.63" x 5.87" x 7.78" )
Weight: 997g (2.2lb)