The SBW-06D2X-U External Slim Blu-ray Combo from Asus is a sleek, external DVD/CD and Blu-Ray writer and reader for use with your computer. It's capable of reading Blu-Ray discs at speeds up to 6x and writing them at speeds up to 8x. It's also capable of write speeds of up to 8x for DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs and write speeds of up to 24x for CD-R and CD-RW discs. The SBW-06D2X-U features a USB 2.0 interface for connection to your computer.
Other features include Disc Encryption II password-controls and hidden-file function, 5.1 Dolby Digital EX and DTS-HD audio, Blu-ray photo and video support and a simplified Drag-and-Burn interface that reduces burning to 3 short steps. The SBW-06D2X-U will also upscale DVD video to 1080p and convert your 2D discs to 3D. The award-winning design allows you use it in vertical or horizontal orientation.
| Enclosure Type | External |
| Read Speed |
BD-R: 6X BD-RE: 6X BD-ROM: 6X BD-R (DL): 6X BD-RE (DL): 6X BD-ROM (DL): 6X BD-R (TL/QL):4X BD-RE (TL): 2X DVD+R: 8X DVD-R: 8X DVD+RW: 8X DVD-RW: 8X DVD-ROM: 8X DVD+R (DL): 6X DVD-R (DL): 6X DVD-ROM (DL): 6X DVD-RAM: 5X CD-R: 24X CD-RW: 24X CD-ROM: 24X BDMV Playback: 2X DVD Video Playback: 4X VCD Playback: 10X Audio CD Playback: 10x |
| Write Speed |
BD-R: 6X BD-R (DL): 6X BD-R (TL/QL): 4X BD-RE: 2X BD-RE (DL): 2X BD-RE (TL): 2X DVD+R: 8X DVD-R: 8X DVD+RW: 8X DVD-RW: 6X DVD+R (DL): 6X DVD-R (DL): 6X DVD-RAM: 5X CD-R: 24X CD-RW: 16X |
| Writing Mode |
BD-RE: Random Write BD-R: Sequential Write DVD+R and DVD+R (DL):Sequential Write DVD-R and DVD-R(DL): DAO/Incremental Recording DVD+RW: Random Write DVD-RW: DAO/Restricted Overwrite/Incremental Recording DVD-RAM: Random Write CD-R/RW: DAO/TAO/SAO/Packet Write |
| Access Time |
BD(SL/DL): 230 ms BD(TL/QL) : 450 ms DVD: 190 ms CD: 190 ms |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Data Buffer | 2.0 MB |
| OS Support |
Windows 7 Windows Vista Windows XP Mac OS X 10.6 or higher |
| System Requirements |
Processor: Pentium D 945 (3.4GHz) or higher Memory:1GB or more is recommended Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 7600 GT or ATI X1600 series or above Use HDCP Compatible display and VGA card to High Definition digital output |
| Software |
Cyberlink Power2Go 7 Cyberlink PowerDVD 10 with Magic Cinema Cyberlink PowerBackup 2.5 Cyberlink InstantBurn 5 TurboEngine |
| Disc Formats |
Audio CD Video CD CD-I CD-Extra Photo CD CD-Text CD-ROM/XA Multi-session CD DVD Video BD video |
| Disc Diameter | 4.72" / 3.15" (12 cm / 8.0 cm) |
| Power | USB Power +5V ± 5% |
| Temperature |
Operating : 41 - 104°F (5 - 40°C) Storage : 122 - 140° (-30 - 60°C) |
| Humidity |
Operating : 15 - 80% (Non-condensing) Storage : 10 - 90% (Non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | 6.18 x 5.5 x 0.72" (157 x 140 x 18.5 mm) |
| Weight |
Without stand: 10.22 oz (290g) With stand: 11.8 (335g) |
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Comments about ASUS SBW-06D2X-U External Slim Blu-ray Combo:
100% plug-and-play on MacBook Pro. Very Easy to travel with and set up anywhere. USB Y-Cable power (plugs in to two USB ports) provides usability when in the field, but may be less desirable for desktop use.
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Comments about ASUS SBW-06D2X-U External Slim Blu-ray Combo:
This is a good product but be sure your setup can accomodate the dual port USB connector. My laptop's USB ports are on opposite sides of the machine so I needed an extension (not included) to use the burner capability. Plus I only have two ports so using this device means unplugging everything else. For playback only a single port (seems) to be enough.
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