PC World Tests
Single-Layer Write-Once DVD Performance, for 4.35GB (seconds)	337.37
Single-Layer Write-Once DVD Format Tested	+R
Dual-Sided Write-Once DVD Performance, for 7.9GB (seconds)	857.44
Two-Layer Write-Once DVD Format Tested	DL +R
Format Rewritable DVD (seconds)	33.76
Rewritable DVD Performance, for 3.4GB (seconds)	458.28
Rewritable DVD Format Tested	+RW
CD-R Mastering Write Average, for 694MB (seconds)	194.83

Basics
Drive Type	DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/-RAM
PC/Drive Interface	IDE
Buffer (MB)	2
S/PDIF Output	Yes
LightScribe Labeling	Yes
Supports Disc Error Checking With Third-Party Software	No

Vendor Speed Ratings
DL DVD+R Write Speed	10X
DL DVD-R Write Speed	6X
Single-Layer DVD+R Write Speed	16X
Single-Layer DVD-R Write Speed	16X
DVD+RW Write Speed	8X
DVD-RW Write Speed	6X
DVD-RAM Write Speed	12X
DVD-ROM Pressed Disc Read Speed	16X
CD-RW Write Speed	32X
CD-R Write Speed	48X
CD-ROM Read Speed	48X

Other
Included Hardware	(4) Drive mounting screws, IDE ribbon cable, audio cable
Included Software	Nero Express 6.6 (with BackItUp and VisionExpress 3), CyberLink PowerProducer 3, CyberLink PowerDVD 6

Support & Reliability
Labor Warranty (years)	One
Parts Warranty (years)	One
Weekday Support Hours	24
Saturday Support Hours	24
Sunday Support Hours	24
Toll-Free Support	Yes