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Lite-On SOHW-1213S DVD?RW Writer

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Performance
Drive typeSingle-layer internal IDE drive
Maximum rated DVD write speeds12X DVD+R, 4X DVD+RW, 8X DVD-R, 4X DVD-RW
Maximum rated CD write speeds48X CD-R, 24X CD-RW
Tested performanceVery Good
Write-once DVD performance: Time (in minutes:seconds) to write 4.35GB to DVD using the bundled DVD mastering software.DVD+R: 7:42
Rewritable DVD performance: Time (in minutes:seconds) to format a blank rewritable DVD disc combined with time to copy 2.64GB of data to the disc. DVD+RW: 10:03
CD-R performance: Time (in minutes:seconds) to write a 700MB CD using the bundled CD mastering software.CD-R: 3:04
Installation/documentationGood/Good
FeaturesVery Good
Buffer2MB buffer
Buffer underrun technologySmart-Burn
Hardware bundleAudio cable
Bundled softwareAhead Nero Express 6.3 (with NeroVision Express 6.3 and InCD 4.2), CyberLink PowerDVD 5 software.
Support policies scoreLimited
Support policiesOne-year warranty; 24-hour weekday toll-call support
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User Reviews for Lite-On SOHW-1213S DVD?RW Writer

  • Reviewed by: dkmehta

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: super fast burning speed..no problems with burning dvds, creates quality dvd's from hollywood films

    Weaknesses: software is not great..had to download better quality software dvd x copy

    Overall Evaluation: this dvd recordable drive is the best value for the money. i know that liteon makes their own recordable drives and for this reason i trust their manufacturing quality. in my opinion after purchasing liteon cdrw drives and dvd-rom drives, i cannot be more pleased with their immpecable quality and value.

  • Reviewed by: panda0_9

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: easy install, compatability with my old computer

    Weaknesses: None

    Overall Evaluation: I have been searching for a DVD+-RW for long time. Finally, I found a low cost one with excellent features. I recommend LiteOn to whoever needs a DVD+-R/+-RW Drive.

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