Asustek Computer on September 27 unveiled the DRW-1608P2S, a new Super-Multi DVD DL (single-sided double-layer) burner that will be available for sale under the ASUS brand name in the Taiwan market early next month at a recommended retail price of NT$2,100 (US$63-64).
Pioneer will launch a 16x Super-Multi DVD DL burner in the local market next month as well, while Lite-On IT and Sony will do so in November, according to local retail channels.
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DRW-1608P2S read and write speeds | |||
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Writing (burning) |
Reading | ||
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DVD+R |
16x |
DVD-ROM |
16x |
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DVD-R |
16x | ||
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DVD+R DL |
8x | ||
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DVD-R DL |
8x |
DVD-RAM |
5x |
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DVD+RW |
8x | ||
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DVD-RW |
6x | ||
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DVD-RAM |
5x |
CD-ROM |
40x |
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CD-R |
40x | ||
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CD-RW |
32x | ||
Source: Asustek, compiled by DigiTimes.com, September 2005
The ASUS DRW-1608P2S Super-Multi DVD DL burner
Photo: Company
