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Samsung SN-S083

$70.00 Released January, 2008

The Pros:Capable of reading and writing to almost all CD and DVD formats. Dual-layer DVD writing can go up to 6x, faster than most drives of this type. Firmware updates are automated and easy.

The Cons:Marketing information is vague about the format - this is SATA only, not ATAPI or IDE. Does not ship with a replaceable face plate. Does not ship with SATA cabling.

The Samsung SN-S083 is a slim, internal 8X DVD / 24x CD writer specially made for use in PCs. Once connected via a SATA interface, it can handle single-layered CDs and DVDs, as well as dual-layered DVDs.

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The SpeedPlus Power Speed technology utilizes an optimized algorithm to ensure the fastest writing/reading speed with low noise and vibration. Double OPC (optimum power control) gives zero-error recording while S.A.T. (speed adjustment technology) automatically optimizes the drive speed for the disc being used. a Firmware Live Update program in your PC automatically upgrades the unit’s firmware via Internet. The Samsung SN-S083 is available as the SN-S083A/BEBN and as the slightly improved SN-S083B/BEBN, which adds Buffer-Under-Run Free Technology. The Samsung SN-S083 is an RoHS compliant eco-friendly product and does not use materials such as Pb, Cd, Cr+6, Hg, PBBs and PBDE which are harmful to humans and the environment.

Speciciations

General Features:
- Drive Type: DVD Writer
- Enclosure Type: Internal
- Drive Height: Slim (12.7mm)
- Loading type: Tray
- Interface: SATA
- DrIve Mounting: Horizontal / Vertical
- Buffer Memory: 2 MB
- Supported Disc Formats: DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD-RW DL, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM/XA, CD-ROM, CD-Audio, Video-CD, CD-I (FMV), Photo CD, CD-Extra, CD-TEXT
Data Transfer Rate:
- CD-R: Write: 24X (3.6 MB/sec); Read: 24X (3.6 MB/sec)
- CD-RW: Write: 24X (3.6 MB/sec); Read: 24X (3.6 MB/sec)
- CD-ROM: Read: 24X (3.6 MB/sec)
- DVD-ROM: Read: 8X (10.8 MB/sec)
- DVD+R: Write: 8X (10.8 MB/sec); Read: 8X (10.8 MB/sec)
- DVD-R: Write: 8X (10.8 MB/sec); Read: 8X (10.8 MB/sec)
- DVD+R Double Layer: Write: 6X (8.1 MB/sec); Read: 8X (8.1 MB/sec)
- DVD-R Double Layer: Write: 6X (8.1 MB/sec); Read: 8X (8.1 MB/sec)
- DVD+RW: Write: 8X (10.8 MB/sec); Read: 8X (10.8 MB/sec)
- DVD-RW: Write: 6X (8.1 MB/sec); Read: 8X (10.8 MB/sec)
- DVD-RAM: Write: 5X (6.75 MB/sec); Read: 5X (6.75 MB/sec)
Performance Features:
- Burst Transfer Rate: PIO Mode 4: 16.6 MB/sec
- DMA Mode 2: 16.6 MB/sec
- UDMA Mode 2: 33.2 MB/sec
- Average Access Time: CD-ROM: 130 ms
- DVD-ROM: 130 ms
- Disc Labeling Support: No
Technology:
- E-Co Product : RoHS: Yes
- Magic Speed: No
- Automatic Ball Balancing System : A.B.S: No:
- Weight Balancing System : W.B.S: Yes
- Firmware Live Update: Yes
- Buffer Underrun Free Technology: Yes
- Speed Adjustment Technology : S.A.T: Yes
- Double O.P.C Technology: Yes
- Tilt Actuator Compensation Technology : T.A.C: Yes
Product Weights & Dimensions:
- Dimension(W x H x D): 127 x 12.7 x 128 (mm)
- Weight: 0.17 kg

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capable of reading and writing to almost all CD and DVD formats
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dual-layer DVD writing can go up to 6x, faster than most drives of this type
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firmware updates are automated and easy
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self-adjusts during the burning process to ensure the media is written on at the correct speed

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marketing information is vague about the format - this is SATA only, not ATAPI or IDE
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does not ship with a replaceable face plate
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does not ship with SATA cabling
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raised lettering on the drive is very prominent, doesn't blend in with the rest of the computer's profile