Speedy single layer burning; relatively inexpensive
Slightly slower in single layer DVD burning than the older DRU-720A; costs a little more, too.
The DRU-720A can be found at an economical price, and does burn DVD+R DL at 4x speeds. Its also a little faster on single layer media than the new drive....
Abstract: <b>Spec:</b> DVD±RW (+R double layer), 40x (CD) / 16x (DVD), 48x (CD) / 16x (DVD±R) / 4x (DVD+R DL), 24x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW), 2 lbs, Internal<br> <b>Good:</b> Decent performance, especially with audio-CD burning; smaller dimensions allow it to fit into smaller PCs; good online support.<br> <b>Bad:</b> No support for dual-layer DVD-R; limited Nero software bundle.<br> <b>Bottomline:</b> A capable DVD burner thatll save you a few bucks if you dont need the dual-layer DVD-R support of Sonys newer 800a.<br>
Abstract: DRU-720A $149.99 ($119.99 after rebate) Sony (800) 352-7669; (408) 432-1600 www.sonyburners.com CPUs: 3.5 Specs: 16X/8X/16X DVD+RW, 16X/6X/16X DVD-RW, 48X/24X/48X CD-RW, 4X DVD+R DL The company that pioneered dual DVD±R/RW drives and later DL (double-l...
Abstract: Introduction With DVD write speeds increasing, almost all optical storage device manufacturers ante up to keep up with demands of consumers and also to compete with other manufacturers. Recently, some of the bigger names have led the industry to increa...
Abstract: Even though this drive technically supports 48X CD burning, Sony throttles it to 40X straight out of the box, citing reliability and safety concerns when the disc spins at very high speeds. Having experienced high-speed disc-shattering firsthand in the...
Testowany napęd całkiem dobrze wypadł w testach prędkości odczytu naszych płyt CD. Wykresy są gładkie i regularne. Prędkości odczytu są jednak niższe niż w testowanych ostatnio napędach o zbliżonych parametrach, wynika to jednak ze wspomnianego we wstępie...
