Sony BWU-100A Blu-Ray Disc Writer2x/2x/2x BD, 8x/8x/8x DVD+RW, 8x/6x/8x DVD-RW, 4x DVD±RW DL, 32x/16x/24x CD-RW - MPN: BWU100A See Product Details
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Items In Optical Drives You Might Be Interested InProduct Details of Sony BWU-100A Blu-Ray Disc WriterDescription The BWU-100A drive supports recording both 50GB and 25GB BD-R (write once) and BD-RE (rewritable) discs, as well as 4.7 GB DVD+R/+RW/RAM, 8.5GB DVD+R Double/Dual Layer, and CD-R/-RW discs. Because you can store up to 4 hours of 1080 HD video on a single dual layer 50G BD disc, the BWU-100A is the perfect solution for keeping High Definition video shot on your HDV camcorder in native HD. Boasting up to 50GB of online, random access storage, BD discs are ideal for computer backup and data storage applications. Since the BWU-100A can record DVDs and CDs, all your burning projects can be handled by a single drive. Comprehensive Cyberlink software suite is included to author BD and DVD discs as well as general disc burning for BD/DVD/CDs. Quick Glance Type of Drive: BD-RE Internal/External: Internal Interface: IDE (Ultra ATA/66) Summary Product Title: Sony BWU-100A Blu-Ray Disc Writer Manufacturer: Sony Power Score: 3.9 | 8 Reviews Unit Type Type of Drive: BD-RE Internal/External: Internal General Merchants (Images): Electronic Imaging LightScribe Labeling: No Load Type: Tray Performance Interface Type: IDE (Ultra ATA/66) Cache Size: 8 MB Dimensions Height: 1.63 in Width: 5.25 in Depth: 7 in Weight: 3.5 lbs Warranty Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited Warranty More Info URL: Manufacturer Link Reviews on Sony BWU-100A Blu-Ray Disc Writer
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gigantopithecus
- Feb 29, 2008
Sony Blu-ray disc burnerStrengths: Versatility, massive storage capabilities for an optical disc Weakness: Too new to be mainstream, thus still pricey The burner itself is rather expensive, and the discs themselves are much pricier than blank DVDs. However, comparing $/gb cost vs. DL DVDs, blank Blu-ray discs are cheaper. I anticipate that by the end of 2008, blank Blu-rays will make this burner more economical than using hard drives for data storage. Playback of commercial Blu-ray discs requires software that is freely available on the...
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halmomani
- Nov 27, 2007
Great blu rayStrengths: writes up tp 50 GB Weakness: none If you have HD camcorder you gotta have this Blu Ray Writer. It really works, I am not sure why others had problem with it but it worked out of the box. This is one bad DVD writer that can deliver.
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infini2001
- Apr 12, 2007
Not yet...Strengths: high def capability and a good cover color Weakness: too pricey and too slow to be a mainstream burner yet. I bought it because I am a new tech-loving person. However, I cannot recommend this to other people. First of all, format war hasn't been done yet. Secondly, it is too expansive. I think about 150-200 bucks would be ok price. Thirdly, its driver and softwares are so buggy and this burner is too slow. Wait about a couple of years, then we might get a good HD burner.
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lauhoffd
- Feb 12, 2007
BWU-100A Blu-Ray Disc WriterStrengths: Capacity plus R/W/RW capability. Weakness: Lacks SACD playback and HD-DVD read/write capability for ultimate universal DVD/CD solution for PCs. Bought for mass storage archiving and Media Center PC playback of BLU-Ray DVD video discs. PC equipped with E6400 Duo 2 Core processor and ATI Radeon X1950 XT video card (incl. HDTV Wonder for over-the-air HD broadcasts). Word of caution to the uninitiated, full HD playback (720p / 1080i) of BLU-Ray video discs requires HDCP compliant video graphics card and monitor. Installing on dual boot...
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jtr
- May 12, 2007
Good, but expensiveStrengths: Lots of storage and plays home blu-ray movies if you have a fast computer and new video card Weakness: Drive was expensive. Discs are expensive. Need a fast computer and video card. Cant play commercial DVDs without software that is not included If you don't need the 25gb/50gb of storage, you may be better of sticking with DVD burner for now until media lowers to a reasonable price. 20-25 a disc is a little too pricy and home blu-ray movies don't look that much better on my 26" monitor.
cnet.com - Jun 28, 2007
Sony BWU-100A Blu-ray Burner
THE GOOD: Supports all major optical-media types; non-Blu-ray task speeds are acceptable; extensive software package. THE BAD: Still very expensive; IDE-only; slow to rip commercial Blu-ray discs; finicky with media brands. THE BOTTOM LINE: The Sony BWU-100A Blu-ray burner is still priced out of range for most users, but if you have $700 to spare, its a good choice for its range of media support... Top
testseek.com - Nov 10, 2008
Sony BWU-100A
TestSeek.com has collected 15 expert reviews for Sony BWU-100A and the average expert rating is 69 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use TestSeek.com to find all ratings, product awards and conclusions. Top
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The best IDE bluray burner
Strengths: IDE, zero damage discs
Weakness: slower
I purchase this bluray burner 1 year and half for burnning bluray movies and play them to my sony PS3. It haven't failed burning any bluray discs (I always use only Sony brand). In addtion, I burned discs of different brands (DVD-R and CD-R) for regular movies and music. I did not have any complain. Nowadays, you can get bluray burner of SATA insted of IDE connection. Its IDE connect became this...
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