Brand: Sony · SKU: BWU-500S · MPN: BWU-500S · Category: Components
The Sony BWU-500S is a high-performance internal SATA Blu-ray Disc writer designed for desktop PCs. It offers blazing-fast recording speeds of up to 12x for BD-R media and 8x for dual-layer BD-R discs. Equipped with an 8MB buffer and Sony's Power-Burn technology, it effectively prevents buffer under-run errors during the burning process. The drive is fully compatible with a wide range of optical media, including BD-RE, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM, and CD-R/RW. The retail package typically includes the CyberLink Media Suite 8, providing tools for 3D Blu-ray playback, video editing, and data archiving. Its standard 5.25-inch form factor ensures easy installation into most desktop computer cases.
| Interface | SATA (Serial ATA) |
|---|---|
| Buffer Size | 8 MB |
| Loading Type | Tray |
| Access Time (BD) | 250 ms |
| BD-R Write Speed | 12x |
| CD-R Write Speed | 48x |
| Access Time (DVD) | 150 ms |
| DVD+R Write Speed | 16x |
| BD-R DL Write Speed | 8x |
| Mounting Orientation | Horizontal/Vertical |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Weight | 0.65 kg |
| Dimensions | 146 x 41.3 x 170 mm |
Sony's BWU-500S 12x Blu-ray Disc writer provides a complete high-definition solution for your PC. It enables users to record up to 50GB of data on a single dual-layer Blu-ray disc, making it ideal for large backups and HD video storage. With support for 3D playback and SD-to-HD upscaling via the included software, it transforms your computer into a versatile media hub.
Yes, this Sony BWU-500S Internal 12x Blu-ray Disc Writer (BWU-500S) is 100% genuine Sony hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Sony BWU-500S Internal 12x Blu-ray Disc Writer includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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