PC World Tests
Single-Layer Write-Once DVD Performance, for 4.35GB (seconds)	382.36
Single-Layer Write-Once DVD Format Tested	+R
Dual-Sided Write-Once DVD Performance, for 7.9GB (seconds)	1061.2
Two-Layer Write-Once DVD Format Tested	DL +R
Format Rewritable DVD (seconds)	39.42
Rewritable DVD Performance, for 3.4GB (seconds)	447.29
Rewritable DVD Format Tested	+RW
CD-R Mastering Write Average, for 694MB (seconds)	185.14

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

Vendor Speed Ratings
DL DVD+R Write Speed	8X
DL DVD-R Write Speed	4X
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	5X
DVD-ROM Pressed Disc Read Speed	16X
DVD-ROM Burned Disc Read Speed	8X
CD-RW Write Speed	24X
CD-R Write Speed	48X
CD-ROM Read Speed	48X

Other
Included Hardware	Vertical stand
Included Software	Nero Express 6.6 (with BackItUp and Vision Express), CyberLink Power DVD 6

Support & Reliability
Labor Warranty (years)	One
Parts Warranty (years)	One
Weekday Support Hours	12
Saturday Support Hours	8
Sunday Support Hours	0
Toll-Free Support	Yes