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 Internal 20X max Multi Format DVD Recorder

DRU-840A

Weight: 2lbs
Dimensions: 5.75"x1.63"x 7.0"
Sony’s latest Multi-format DVD burner now has the capability of burning DVD+R discs at up to amazing 20X speed, delivering a full 4.7GB DVD in about 4 minutes. 8.5GB DVD+R Double/Dual layer discs are now both capable of 12X max recording, and DVD-RAM burning, with an eye towards data backup, is supported at 12X max. You get blazing CD-R/RW recording too, eliminating the need for a separate CD burner. The included black replacement faceplate allows personalizing the drive to your PC. The DRU-840A is a DVD burner like.no.other
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Specifications Accessories

Hardware
Interfaces
:  
  
ATAPI/EIDE
Loading Mechanism
:  
  
Motorized Tray
Media & Modes Supported
:  
  
DVD-R/-R DL/-RW, DVD+R/DVD+R DL/+RW DVD-RAM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM (XA), CD Extra, Video CD, Photo CD4, CD Text, multi-session
Mount Design
:  
  
Horizontal, Vertical

System Requirements
Hard Drive
:  
  
10GB
Operating System
:  
  
Windows® Vista, XP, or Windows 2000 Professional Operating Systems
Processor
:  
  
Pentium® III 800MHz or faster (or equivalent) CPU minimum Pentinum IV 2.0GHz or faster (or equivalent) CPU is recommended for real-time video authoring/editing
RAM
:  
  
256MB

Operating Conditions
Average Access Time
:  
  
130ms (DVD 16X), 110ms (CD 48X)
Burst Transfer Rate
:  
  
33.3MB/s Ultra DMA33 Mode 2
Sustained Transfer Rate
:  
  
21MB/s (16X DVD-ROM)

Power
Power Consumption (in Operation)
:  
  
1.5A max (+5V DC), 1.5A max (+12V DC)
Power Requirements
:  
  
+5V/+12V

General
Disc Capacity
:  
  
8.5GB/4.7GB

Memory
Buffer Memory
:  
  
2MB

Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)
:  
  
5.75"x1.63"x 7.0"
Weight (Approx.)
:  
  
2lbs

Optical Drive
CD Read
:  
  
48x
CD-R Write
:  
  
8x-16x (CLV), 24x-40x (P-CAV), 48x (CAV)4
CD-RW Write
:  
  
4x-16x (CLV), 24x-32x (Z-CLV)4
DVD Read
:  
  
16x
DVD+R DL Write
:  
  
2.4x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 12x (Z-CLV)4
DVD+R Write
:  
  
4x (CLV), 8x (P-CAV), 16x, 18x, 20x (CAV)4
DVD+RW Write
:  
  
2.4x, 4x (CLV), 6x, 8x, 12x (Z-CLV)4
DVD-R DL Write
:  
  
2x, 4x (CLV), 6x, 8x, 12x (Z-CLV)4
DVD-R Write
:  
  
4x (CLV), 8x (P-CAV), 16x (CAV), 18x, 20X (CAV)4
DVD-RAM Write
:  
  
5x, 6x (CLV), 8x, 10x, 12x (P-CAV)4
DVD-RW Write
:  
  
2x, 4x (CLV), 6x (Z-CLV)4

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term
:  
  
1 year Limited Warranty
Supplied Accessories:
 Internal DRU-840A DVD Burner
Nero® Express 7 CD/DVD mastering software
Black front panel replacement kit
Mounting hardware
User Manual
List Price*
$59.99
*Ask your reseller or distributor for product pricing
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Footnotes
    1. DVD Media/Formats are not universally compatible.
    2. Not supported with the bundled software, additional software required.
    3. High-speed DVD-R, DVD R, DVD-RW, DVD RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW discs required. 18x DVD R uses 16x DVD R media. 18x DVD-R uses 16x DVD-R media.
    4. Requires DVD R DL & DVD-R DL media.

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