(DVD-RAM, 16x (DVD), 48x (CD) Read, 48x (CD), 12x (DVD+R DL), 20x (DVD+R), 20x (DVD-R) Write, 32x (CD-RW), 12x (DVD+RW), 6x (DVD-RW...)
Feeling the need for faster DVD burning speed™ Sony's DRX-840U delivers just that, with 20X max DVD+R burning, 12X max DVD+R Double/Dual Layer burning, and 12X max DVD+RW and DVD-RAM burning speeds. 20X max DVD+R burning will deliver a finished disc in about 4 minutes using standard 16X rated DVD+R discs. The DRX-840U sports a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface for fast and easy connection to your Windows Vista/XP/2000 PC.
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