The DRU-830A 18x Internal Dual-Layer DVD Burner with DVD-RAM Support from Sony supports 8.5 GB dual layer DVD burning as well as support for standard 4.7 GB DVD media. The drive features a standard EIDE interface, allowing you to install it into almost any computer.
The drive allows you to burn DVD+/-R discs at 18x speed, allowing you to write a full DVD in approximately 5 minutes. You can write 8.5 GB dual layer DVD+/-R DL discs at 8x speed and DVD-RAM discs at 12x speed. The drive will also write standard CD-R/RW discs at up to 48x speed.
The drive includes the Nero 7 Software Suite for Windows, allowing you to get started burning discs right out of the box. These features and more make the drive an excellent solution for your DVD and CD burning needs.
| Enclosure Type | Internal |
| Mechanism Type | Sony DRX-830 |
| Write Support |
DVD: DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM CD: CD-R, CD-RW |
| Read Support | DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM |
| Write Speed |
DVD+R: 18x DVD+R DL: 8x DVD+RW: 8x DVD-R: 18x DVD-R DL: 8x DVD-RW: 6x DVD-RAM: 12x CD-R: 48x CD-RW: 48x |
| Read Speed |
DVD-ROM: 18x CD-ROM: 48x |
| Access Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Interface | EIDE/ATAPI |
| Data Buffer | 2 MB |
| Headphone Jack | None |
| Mounting Orientation | Internal |
| System Requirements | Operating System: Windows XP/2000 |
| Electrical Requirements | Standard Internal PC Power Connection |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5.75 X 1.63 X 7" (14.6 x 4.1 x 17.8 cm) |
| Weight | 2 lb (0.9 kg) |