HP VU056AV Blu-ray Writer - BD-R/RE Support

SKU VU056AV

Brand HP

Blu-ray Writer drive
Supports BD-R (Blu-ray Recordable) media
Supports BD-RE (Blu-ray Rewritable) media
Internal drive for desktop PC integration
Higher storage capacity than DVD (up to 25GB/50GB per disc)
Backward compatible with DVD and CD formats

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: Blu-ray Writer
Interface: SATA
Supported Media: BD-R, BD-RE, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW
Max Write Speed (BD-R): 12x (typical)
Max Write Speed (BD-RE): 2x (typical)
Max Read Speed (BD-ROM): 12x (typical)

Product details

The HP VU056AV is an internal Blu-ray Writer drive that supports reading and writing to BD-R and BD-RE discs. It offers significantly higher storage capacity compared to DVDs.

Technical Information

Drive Type	Blu-ray Writer
Interface	SATA
Supported Media	BD-R, BD-RE, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW
Max Write Speed (BD-R)	12x (typical)

Additional Specifications

Max Write Speed (BD-RE)	2x (typical)
Max Read Speed (BD-ROM)	12x (typical)
Max Write Speed (DVD+/-R)	16x (typical)
Max Write Speed (CD-R)	48x (typical)

Description

The HP VU056AV is an internal Blu-ray Writer drive designed to bring the high-capacity storage and advanced capabilities of Blu-ray technology to desktop computers. This drive allows users to not only read but also write to Blu-ray discs, including single-layer BD-R (Recordable) and BD-RE (Rewritable) media. With Blu-ray technology, users can store significantly more data on a single disc compared to traditional DVDs, with single-layer discs typically holding 25GB and dual-layer discs holding 50GB. This makes it ideal for backing up large datasets, archiving high-definition video footage, or storing extensive software libraries. The drive's compatibility extends beyond Blu-ray media. It is backward compatible with a wide range of DVD formats, including DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, and DVD-RAM, as well as all standard CD formats (CD-R and CD-RW). This ensures that users can continue to utilize their existing collection of optical media without needing separate drives. The drive typically connects via a SATA interface, providing efficient data transfer speeds necessary for writing large Blu-ray files or reading high-definition content. For users who require substantial storage capacity, high-quality media creation, or the ability to archive large amounts of data, the HP VU056AV Blu-ray Writer is a powerful solution. It enables the creation of high-definition movie discs, the backup of extensive photo collections, or the storage of large professional projects. Its integration into a desktop PC provides a permanent and reliable solution for advanced optical media needs.

Condition: Refurbished