If you're looking for a larger size data recording solution, the LaCie d2 Blu-ray XL Reader and Writer can handle the load. Using Blu-ray XL discs that can handle 128GB of data, this reader/writer is ideal for small business or individuals looking to minimize and archive their data. It's also a good choice for digital content creators safely store their large video, audio, or raw photo files.
The d2 can handle BD-R XL triple or quad layer reading at 4x speeds and writing at 6x speeds. It also reads BD-R, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE XL TL and BD-R LTH discs. It writes to BD-R, BD-RE and BD-R LTH discs. Besides the large-scale data structuring with Blu-ray, this unit also handles regular and dual-layer DVD and CD reading and writing duties as well.
The connection interfaces include USB 2.0, FireWire 400 and FireWire 800 for flexibility, and the unit ships with Roxio Toast 11 Titanium DVD and Blu-ray disc-authoring software. The low cost of this unit combined with the low cost of blank discs makes this an ideal solution for long-term data storage.
| Enclosure Type | Single bay |
| Mechanism Type | Tray-loading |
| Write Support | BD-R XL (triple or quad layer), BD-R (single or dual layer), BD-RE, BD-R LTH, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Read Support | BD-R XL (triple or quad layer), BD-R (single or dual layer), BD-RE, BD-RE, BD-RE XL TL, BD-R LTH, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, BD-ROM, DVD±RAM, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM |
| Write Speed |
BD-R XL (triple or quad layer): 6x BD-R (single or dual layer): 12x (limited to 8x with USB2.0) BD-RE: 2x BD-R LTH: 6x DVD±R: 16x DVD±RW: 6x DVD±R DL: 8x DVD-RAM: 5x CD-R: 40x CD-RW: 24x |
| Read Speed |
BD-R XL (triple or quad layer): 4x BD-R (single or dual layer): 8x BD-RE: 10x BD-RE DL: 6x BD-RE XL TL: 2x BD-R LTH: 6x DVD±RW: 16x DVD±R DL: 12x CD-R: 40x CD-RW: 24x BD-ROM: 8x to 10x DVD±RAM: 5x DVD-ROM: 12x to 16x CD-ROM: 40x |
| Access Time | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Interface |
USB 2.0 FireWire 400 FireWire 800 (FireWire 400-800 adapter cable provided) |
| Data Buffer | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Headphone Jack | None |
| Mounting Orientation | Horizontal, desktop |
| System Requirements |
•Computer with a USB or FireWire port •Latest version of Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 •Mac Intel processor; Minimum 1GB RAM |
| Electrical Requirements | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 6.3 x 10.6 x 1.7" / 173 x 268 x 44 mm |
| Weight | 3.3 lbs / 1.5 kg |