Plextor PX-LB950SA

Fast, Maximum Capacity Blu-ray Storage

Capable of high-speed recording - delivering fast data storage. 12X Blu-ray recording speed allows a single-layer 25 GB Blu-ray disc to be recorded in under 12 minutes
Stores up to 50 GB of data on a double-layer Blu-ray disc. Equivalent to 9 hours of high-definition video, 10 single sided DVDs or 72 CDs

Full High-Definition Movie Experience

Optimized for smooth high-definition playback, with perfectly clear sound reproduction ensuring that every Blu-ray movie can be experienced at the highest possible quality
Includes high quality Blu-ray and DVD playback software with upscaling technology to deliver the maximum picture quality from DVDs

Engineered for Burn Quality and Long-life

Low vibration mechanism reduces unwanted noise and increases data accuracy writing, making drive operations quiet for home theater use and reliable when backing up data
Chassis design eliminates voids and smooth's airflow, resulting more effective motor cooling, protecting the motor from overheating and significantly increasing the drives operational lifespan

Performances

Transfer Rate
BD Media
BD-R 12X Maximum Write
BD-R DL 8X Maximum Write
BD-RE / BD-RE DL 2X Maximum Write
BD-ROM SL/DL 8X Maximum Read
DVD Media (Read/Write)
DVD±R 16X Maximum Read
DVD±R DL 8X Maximum
DVD+RW 8X Maximum
DVD-RW 6X Maximum
DVD-RAM 12X Maximum
DVD-ROM 16X Maximum
CD Media (Read/Write)
CD-R 48X Maximum
CD-RW 24X Maximum
CD-ROM 48X Maximum
Access Time (Typical)
BD Media 280 ms
DVD Media 170 ms
CD Media 140 ms
Buffer Size 8MB

Media Information

Supported BD Format BD-R, BD-RE, BD-ROM, BD-R DL, BD-RE DL, BD-ROM-DL
Supported BD Writing Method
(BD-R) Sequential Recording; (BD-RE) Random Recording
Supported DVD Format DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD±R (Single/Multi Boarder), DVD±R DL (Single/Multi boarder), DVD±RW
Supported DVD Writing Method
Disc-at-Once, Incremental Recording, (DVD-RW) Restricted Overwrite, (DVD+RW/DVD-RAW) Random Access Write, (DVD-R DL_ Layer Jump
Supported CD Format CD-DA, CD-Text, CD ROM Mode-1/2, CD-ROM XA, CD-I, Photo CD, Video CD, CD Extra
Supported CD Writing Method Disc-at-Once, Track-at-Once, Session-at-Once, Fixed Packet, Variable Packet
Supported Disc Size: 12cm or 8cm Diameter

System Requirements

CPU Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or equivalent or higher
Intel Pentium-D 3.0 or Higher for BD Playback/Authoring
Memory (RAM) 512 MB (1GB recommended)
1GB required for BD Playback/Authoring
Interface SATA (Serial ATA)
Operating System Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP-SP2
Hard disk Drive 1 GB free space required for software installation,
Up to 10 GB free space required for DVD authoring.
Up to 50GB free space required for BD-authoring
For High-Definition Content Playback or Authoring
HDCP supported graphic cards with 256MB RAM and 32-bit color support.
ATI x1600 or nVidia 7600GT or later GPU
HDCP capable monitors required.
Other

Internet connection recommended for updates
LightScribe media required for printing LightScribe labels

Front Panel
Eject Button Eject or retract disc tray
LED Light Activity indicator
Emergency Eject Manually eject disc tray
Rear Panel
Power Connector 15 pin connector for DC12/5V input
Data Connector 7 pin connector for SATA cable

Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (W/H/D) 5.75 x 1.83 x 7.28 inch / 146 x 41.3 x 170mm
Weight 1.43 lbs / 0.65 kg

Package Contents:

Drive PX-LB950SA Internal BD/DVD/CD Writer
Software Cyberlink BD Suite with TTHD
Accessory Mounting Screws and SATA Cable
Document QIG and Warranty Statement

The PX-LB950SA is an exceptional high-speed Blu-ray writer, providing both smooth high-definition video playback and large-capacity data storage.

It is able to record a 25 GB single-layer disc in unprecedented 12 minutes, and offers a substantial 50 GB of data storage on each double-layer Blu-ray disc, making the PX-LB950SA the ideal device for high-definition video and other high-data applications.

Every aspect of the PX-LB950SA has been designed for data recording accuracy at 12X, while simultaneously reducing operational noise and vibrations. Each drive is provided with a full range of flexible software tools for Blu-ray and DVD playback and recording, in addition to the powerful PlexUtilities software package.

The fusion of rapid recording speed, high burning accuracy and perfect movie playback, make this drive the ideal selection for Blu-ray storage, or as the centerpiece of a an advanced PC based home theater system.