Product Description

External USB 2.0 DVD+R Double Layer/DVD+RW 4X DVD+R Double Layer (DL), 16X DVD+R, 8X DVD+RW, 16X DVD-R, 6X DVD-RW 48X/24X/48X CD-RW, 16X DVD-ROM Buffer Underrun Protection Technology

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #22007 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: Sony
• Model: DRX820U
• Released on: 2006-04-22
• Dimensions: 6.00 pounds
• Hard Disk: 10GB

Features

• Ultra-fast 16X max Double Layer/Dual Format DVD burner
• 16X max DVD+R/+RW and Double Layer DVD burning
• Includes Nero 6.6 Software Suite
• Works with 4.7GB DVD+R/+RW and 8.5GB Double Layer Discs
• Compatible with Windows® 2000 or Windows XP Home or Professional Operating Systems

From the manufacturer
Record up to 4 hours of video with Sony's DRX-820U External Multi-Format DVD Recorder that comes equipped with the award winning Nero software suite.

Sony’s newest external DVD burner incorporates DVD-RAM recording, creating a true DVD Multi drive. DVD+R Double/Dual Layer burning and standard dual format 4.7GB DVD burning is supported at 16X max. Double Layer and Dual Layer Recording speed is 8X max. DVD+RW speeds are 8X max for DVD+RW and 6X max for DVD-RW respectively. DVD-RAM recording is supported at 5X max. Ultra fast 48X max CD-R burning means you no longer need a separate CD Burner for high performance CD burning. Attractive external drive features Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface and award winning Nero software suite. Works with Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems.

Features List

• DVD+R Double Layer and DVD-R Dual Layer Burning
• 16X max DVD+R/+RW Burning
• 5X max DVD-RAM recording
• Includes Nero 6.6 Software Suite
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Interface
• Works With 4.7GB DVD+R/+RW and 8.5GB Double/Dual Layer Discs
• Record Up To 4 Hours Of Video on Double/Dual Layer Discs
• Attractive Vertical Space-saving Design
• Works with Windows 2000/XP
• Preserve Home Movies On DVD
• Back Up Your Computer, Make Music Discs, and More
• Ultra Fast CD Burning Too

Customer Reviews

Bring your earplugs when buring DVDs on this thing
Let me first say that this DVD writer does an excellent job at what it's supposed to do...write DVDs. I have stored all my digital pictures on DVDs and play them as a slideshow on my HD TV...my kids love it.

Yes, the unit is bulky, but I have more than enough space on my computer desk for it. I like the design of the writer...has like a mirror effect on the front of the writer.

My only complaint is how noisy it is. I used to think my PC mad a lot of noise...well this writer takes the cake. It takes a few minutes to get used to the loud fan...and then you get used to it. You'll really get a feel for how loud the fan is when you turn the writer off.

All in all, I am very happy with it. It does the job that I need it to do...and does it very well. Speed wise, I would say it's about average. If you don't burn too many things (like myself), then no worries on purchasing this.

Sturdy USB Recordable DVD Drive
I purchased this DVDR drive because it is USB.

I have a computer entertainment system connected to my big screen TV. I set up a USB hub about 10 feet from my computer on the living room coffee table. The DVDR drive is on the coffee table so we can put in a DVD movie or game easily without walking up to the computer.

The DVDR drive is sturdy enough to leave on the coffee table (in the horizontal position). If it gets bumped during a movie, there is no movie lag time. It is also a very attractive drive.

Tip to get audio on your movie: Just use the windows media player to play DVD movies. It is free from Microsoft. Why use the software that comes with the drive when the existing windows software already works well?

Great Little Burner
I have used this machine for over a year.
I am impressed to the ability to be an external device. I get tired of open the computer case up and installing stuff in bays, and trying to get the right cables to fit.
My unit is quiet. It isn't what I would call terrible noise. My experience, all CD drives really get cranked up when they start.
My unit is very stable. I have it in the bracket as shown in the picture, in the vertical position.
My unit came with Nero, and after using it for a short time, it seems pretty simple trying to decide if you are going to make back up's of CD, DVD's or photo disks.
PHD of WYO