Summary: The Asus drive package software that comes bundled has a firmware update utility. However, this utility does not "automatically" connect and download the firmware as...
Pros: The drive works properly when booted into a Windows XP, Vista, and 7 machine. I do not have any experience with this device on Windows 8 yet.
Cons: I am unable to use this device to boot CD/DVD's so I can reload operating systems on tablets/laptops without a functioning optical drive. This was my intended purpose ...
Pros: I absolutely love this drive! It's fast, works perfect on both my Windows 7 laptop and Windows 8 desktop. It has exceeded my expectations by far. Can't beat it for the...
Summary: Using for occasional times I need a cd drive. Not much to say about this drive. It works fine and keeps me from losing a sata port on my board.
Summary: Bought for netbook. With this one I have gotten no problems reading or burning media. Also good that you can use one usb, but haven't tested performance.
Pros: Portable, nice feel, works fine
Cons: Cable was short, so had to get extension to plug in both plugs.