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Blu-ray Drive - BD-R/RE - Serial ATA - Internal
- Internal Blu-ray drive
- Supports BD-R and BD-RE media
- Serial ATA (SATA) interface
- High-definition optical media playback and recording
- Compatible with standard DVD and CD formats
- Designed for desktop PC installation
- Tray-loading mechanism
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- Blu-ray Drive
- Supported Media
- BD-R, BD-RE, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
- Interface
- SATA (Serial ATA)
- Write Speed (BD-R)
- Up to 6x (typical)
- Write Speed (BD-RE)
- Up to 2x (typical)
- Read Speed (BD-ROM)
- Up to 6x (typical)
Product details
This product is an internal Blu-ray drive that supports reading and writing to BD-R and BD-RE media. It connects via a Serial ATA interface and is designed for installation within a computer's chassis.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | Blu-ray Drive |
| Supported Media | BD-R, BD-RE, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Interface | SATA (Serial ATA) |
| Write Speed (BD-R) | Up to 6x (typical) |
| Write Speed (BD-RE) | Up to 2x (typical) |
Additional Specifications
| Read Speed (BD-ROM) | Up to 6x (typical) |
| Read Speed (DVD-ROM) | Up to 8x (typical) |
| Read Speed (CD-ROM) | Up to 24x (typical) |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch Internal Bay |
| Loading Mechanism | Tray |
Description
The NR188AV is an internal optical drive designed to bring the capabilities of Blu-ray technology to desktop computers. As a Blu-ray drive, it is capable of reading and writing to Blu-ray discs, including the rewritable BD-RE format and the recordable BD-R format. This allows users to store large amounts of data, up to 50GB on dual-layer Blu-ray discs, or to create high-definition movie discs and backups. The drive utilizes the Serial ATA (SATA) interface, which provides a faster and more reliable connection compared to older IDE interfaces, ensuring efficient data transfer. Beyond its primary Blu-ray functionality, this drive is backward compatible with a wide range of DVD and CD formats. It can read and write to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, and CD-RW discs, as well as read DVD-ROM and CD-ROM media. This comprehensive compatibility ensures that users can still utilize their existing collection of DVDs and CDs without needing a separate drive. Typical read speeds for Blu-ray are around 6x, while DVD and CD read speeds are also robust. Designed for installation in a standard 5.25-inch internal drive bay, the NR188AV features a tray-loading mechanism for easy disc handling. It is an essential component for users looking to enjoy high-definition content, archive large datasets, or create professional-quality optical media. Its internal nature means it integrates cleanly into a desktop PC's case, providing a permanent solution for optical media needs.
Condition: Refurbished
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