Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer
The MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer from Buffalo is an external Blu-ray burner, which can connect to your computer via USB 2.0. The drive can read and write Blu-ray, DVD, and CD discs. Blu-ray discs are extremely robust storage media, with dual-layered discs holding up to 50GB of data.
The included Cyberlink software suite for Windows unleashes the full potential of the drive. You'll be able to use it to watch DVD movies with upscaled resolution, or true high-def Blu-ray movies. It also includes software for video editing, Blu-ray burning, DVD burning, packet writing, presentation, and backup.
- Slim case design saves space
- Enjoy movies at home like never before with HD upscaling
- Burns Blu-ray discs at 8x speed
- Burns DVDs at 16x speed
- Burns CDs at 32x speed
- Cyberlink software suite includes PowerDVD, PowerDirector, PowerProducer, Power2Go, InstantBurn, PowerBackup, and MediaShow software
| Enclosure Type | External |
| Mechanism Type | Blu-ray burner |
| Write Support | Blu-ray, DVD, CD |
| Read Support | Blu-ray, DVD, CD |
| Write Speed |
BD-R: 7.2x BD-R DL: 6x BD-RE: 4.8x BD-RE DL: 4.8x BD-R LTH: 2x DVD-R: 16x DVD-RW: 10x DVD-R DL: 8x DVD+R: 16x DVD+RW: 10x DVD+R DL: 8x DVD-RAM: 5x CD-R: 32x CD-RW: 24x |
| Read Speed |
BD-R: 8x BD-R DL: 7.2x BD-RE: 2x BD-RE DL: 2x BD-R LTH: 2x DVD-R: 16x DVD-RW: 4x DVD-R DL: 4x DVD+R: 16x DVD+RW: 8x DVD+R DL: 4x DVD-RAM: 5x CD-R: 32x CD-RW: 24x |
| Access Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Interface |
1x eSATA 1x USB 2.0 |
| Data Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Headphone Jack | None |
| Mounting Orientation | External |
| System Requirements | Windows XP, Vista, 7 |
| Electrical Requirements |
AC: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz Consumption: 24W |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 8.7 x 2 x 6.3" (22.1 x 5.1 x 16cm) |
| Weight | 2.9 lb (1.3kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (8)
- Fast (8)
- Consistent burns (7)
- Quiet (7)
- Runs cool (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup (9)
- Video files (9)
- Audio files (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (7), Casual user (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (7)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Fantastic bang for the buck
I bought this unit as a backup device and burned almost a hundred Verbatim BD-Rs in the last 10 days without a single glitch. Drive speed is not the best in the market, but ...Read complete review
I bought this unit as a backup device and burned almost a hundred Verbatim BD-Rs in the last 10 days without a single glitch. Drive speed is not the best in the market, but completely reasonable.
I would definitely recommend this product.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Does it job.
No problem with this unit. Solid and of good quality. However, if you are a MAC user this might not be the unit you want. MAC does not have a lot of compatibility ...Read complete review
No problem with this unit. Solid and of good quality. However, if you are a MAC user this might not be the unit you want. MAC does not have a lot of compatibility with blue-ray, especially for playable DVD's when using DVD studio pro. Currently, I can only burn BR from my FCP timeline. Also, BUffalo does not offer a MAC driver for this?
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Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Files
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
I use this product almost everyday and it lives up to it's reputation of being a reliable BD/DVD drive.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
- Runs Cool
Cons
- Too Loud
Best Uses
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
worked great with my iMac. speedy and no problems using it with Toast. No errors so far writing Blu-ray or DVD discs.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Fast
- Quiet
- Runs Cool
Cons
Best Uses
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
Just began to use.Great quality
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
- Quiet
- Runs Cool
Cons
Best Uses
- BackUp
- Laptop
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
Thanks B&H Photo,for selling such a great product. It's one of the best buy's I have ever made. I am very pleased to say the least, with this BUFFALO Blu-ray burner.
Thanks again.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
- Quiet
Cons
- Incompatible With My System
Best Uses
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
No problem with this unit. Solid and of good quality. However, if you are a MAC user this might not be the unit you want. MAC does not have a lot of compatibility with blue-ray, especially for playable DVD's when using DVD studio pro. Currently, I can only burn BR from my FCP timeline. Also, BUffalo does not offer a MAC driver for this?
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
- Quiet
- Runs Cool
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Files
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
this product installed with it's software perfectly,and has not failed EVEN ONCE in any application since!performs at OVER TWICE the speed of the disc drives that came installed in my computer.i can't rave enough.buffalo,i'm so glad i found you!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
- Quiet
- Runs Cool
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Files
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
I use the Mediastation for backups BD Burning. It works fantastic.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast
- Quiet
- Runs Cool
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Files
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
WINDOWS 7 (64 BIT) EASY INSTALL. JUST PLUG IN AND PLAY. THE CYBERLINK SOFTWARE SUITE IS DISSAPOINTING, AND IS ONLY AN OEM VERSION. THE BURNER ITSELF IS WORTH THE INVESTMENT.
Pros
- Quiet
Cons
- Extra software requires
Best Uses
- BackUp
- Laptop
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
It takes me a while to setup for playing Blu-ray movies. That requires you to download PowerDVD version 10. It works great with my recently purchased from B&H Toshiba serial A505-S6040. Buffalo Tech supports are real America fellows, but will take you quite a long time to get to, I mean 60 minutes. I have not try to burn any Blu-ray yet because I just got it play blu-ray movies.
This is my first Blu-ray experience.
For this price to 8X speed with USB 2.0 interface and require external AC adapter. I think is fair.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
Since I got this writer I've stopped having any storage problems with large video and photography files. It burns everything on blu-ray-s and speeds up burning dvd-s and cd-s too. The only disadvantage is that the box is a bit bulky.
Pros
- Consistent Burns
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Files
- BackUp
- Video Files
Comments about Buffalo MediaStation 8x External Compact Blu-ray Writer:
I bought this unit as a backup device and burned almost a hundred Verbatim BD-Rs in the last 10 days without a single glitch. Drive speed is not the best in the market, but completely reasonable.
I would definitely recommend this product.
- Primary use:
- Business
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What's in the Box
- Power Adapter
- Cyberlink Software Suite for Windows
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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