Sony DRU840A Internal 20X Max Multi-Format DVD Recorder

Sony Updated: 2007-09-26
Sony DRU840A Internal 20X Max Multi-Format DVD Recorder

Power to burn. The DRU-840A is an exceptional multi-format DVD burner, supporting 20X DVD+R recording speeds which deliver a full 4.7GB disc in about five minutes using standard 16X media. Featuring support for all DVD formats, including DVD-RAM with an eye towards data backup, this ultra-fast and versatile unit also boasts CD-R/RW burning. The internal drive includes an ATAPI/EIDE interface, a black replacement front bezel and unbeatable Nero® 7 Express software. Works with all versions of Windows® Vista Windows XP and Windows 2000.

Product Specifications
Disc Capacity: 8.5GB/4.7GB
Interfaces: ATAPI/EIDE
Loading Mechanism: Motorized Tray
Media & Modes Supported: DVD-R/-R DL/-RW, DVD+R/DVD+R DL/+RW DVD-RAM: DVD-ROM, DVD-Video CD: CD-DA, CD-ROM (XA), CD Extra, Video CD, Photo CD4, CD Text, multi-session
Mount Design: Horizontal, Vertical
Sustained Transfer Rate: 21MB/s (16X DVD-ROM)
Burst Transfer Rate: 33.3MB/s Ultra DMA33 Mode 2
Average Access Time: 130ms (DVD 16X), 110ms (CD 48X)
Power Requirements: +5V/+12V
Power Consumption: 1.5A max (+5V DC), 1.5A max (+12V DC)
Limited Warranty: 1 year Limited Warranty
Buffer Memory: 2MB
CD Read: 48x
CD-R Write: 8x-16x (CLV), 24x-40x (P-CAV), 48x (CAV)
CD-RW Write: 4x-16x (CLV), 24x-32x (Z-CLV)
DVD Read: 16x
DVD+R DL Write: 2.4x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 12x (Z-CLV)
DVD+R Write: 4x (CLV), 8x (P-CAV), 16x, 18x, 20x (CAV)
DVD-R Write: 4x (CLV), 8x (P-CAV), 16x (CAV), 18x, 20X (CAV)
DVD+RW Write: 2.4x, 4x (CLV), 6x, 8x, 12x (Z-CLV)
DVD-R DL Write: 2x, 4x (CLV), 6x, 8x, 12x (Z-CLV)
DVD-RAM Write: 5x, 6x (CLV), 8x, 10x, 12x (P-CAV)
DVD-RW Write: 2x, 4x (CLV), 6x (Z-CLV)
Hard Drive: 10GB
Operating System: Windows® Vista, XP, or Windows 2000 Professional Operating Systems
RAM: 256MB
Processor: Pentium® III 800MHz or faster (or equivalent) CPU minimum Pentinum IV 2.0GHz or faster (or equivalent) CPU is recommended for real-time video authoring/editing.