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ASUS Powerful Blu-ray Drive with 16x Writing Speed and USB 3.0 for Both Mac/PC Optical Drive BW-16D1X-U

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Operating System Windows
Special Feature M DISC support
Hardware Interface USB
Brand ASUS
Optical Storage Write Speed 16x

About this item

  • Super-fast 16X Blu-ray writing speed with BDXL support that supports data storage up to 128 GB
  • Cloud backup solution for Android devices. Supported operating system is windows 10, windows 8, windows 7, windows vista, windows xp and mac os x 10. 6 or higher
  • MacOS and Windows Compatiblity via USB 3. 0 (USB 3. 1 Gen1) connection. Temperature Operating : 5 ℃ to 40 ℃
  • Diamond-shaped design for luxury look and clean aesthetics
  • Cyber Link Power2Go 8 disc-burning process with optional encryption functionality for extra private files protection

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ASUS TurboDrive BW-16D1X-U - Ultra-Fast 16X Blu-Ray Burner

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About BW-16D1X-U

ASUS BW-16D1X-U is a powerful Blu-ray disc drive that capable of writing to 16X BD-R format. With USB 3.0, it assures the fastest burning speed, and along with BDXL upport that allows the maximum data storage 128 GB in one disc. The professional data backup software, Nero BackItUp, Power Backup, provides the most robust backup solution.

Benefits

Excellent Performance with Super-speed USB 3.0

Transfer data with the USB 3.0 standard at up to 10X USB 2.0 speed. And speed boosts with 16X accelerated performance, it takes only 10 minutes to backup 25 GB of data.

Work with Mac OS and Windows

ASUS BW-16D1X-U supports Mac OS X and Windows without any installation that will be operated directly when plugging the USB in the notebook or PC.

Robust Backup Solution

ASUS BW-16D1X-U provides a complete, easy-to-use backup solution. Intuitive, bundled software called CyberLink Power2Go 8 simplifies the disc-burning process and offers optional encryption functionality to protect your private files. ASUS BW-16D1X-U also comes with on online backup solution for Android smartphones and tablets.

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Customer Ratings
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4.0
3.1
3.5
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4.5
4.5
Easy to recognize
3.6
4.7
4.4
4.3
4.2
Easy to use
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3.6
5.0
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Light weight
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Portability
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hardware interface
usb
usb
usb3.0, usb c
usb3.0 c
usb3.0 c
usb3.2 gen 1
operating system
Windows
‎mac os, Windows XP
‎mac os, Windows XP
Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS Sonoma 14, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12, macOS Big Sur 11, macOS Catalina 10.15, macOS Mojave 10.14, macOS High Sierra 10.13, macOS Sierra 10.12, Mac OS X El Capitan10.11
read speed
16x
16x
16x
BD:6X DVD:8X CD:24X
BD:6X DVD:8X CD:24X
max 6X
write speed
16x
16x
8x
8x
max 6X
hardware platform
PC
PC, Laptop
PC
PC
PC
PC
cache memory size
2 MB
2 MB
2 MB

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  • BW-16D1X-U optical drives
  • power cord
  • power adapter
  • USB cable
  • installation CD
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    Product Description

    ASUS BW-16D1X-U combines 16x BD-R writing speed and USB 3. 0 to deliver the fastest burning speed, and with BDXL support allows the maximum data storage of 128 GB in one disc. The turbo drive is Windows and Mac OS compatible, and comes with a cloud backup solution for Android devices. Support for M-DISC provides archival-quality storage to protect your precious data, photos, and videos for up to 1,000 years

    Customer reviews

    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    1,908 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the ease of use of the optical disc drive. For example, they mention it's very easy to setup and begin using, with no drivers needed. Some are happy with performance, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on size, noise, quality, and value.

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    263 customers mention203 positive60 negative

    Customers like the performance of the optical disc drive. They say it works great, has no issues, and the program and writer worked as expected. The disc plays perfectly and burns very quickly. Some mention that the functionality is there and that it works out of the box. It's a fast burner and takes an average of 10 seconds to boot.

    "As of: 03/2024, the drive is fine. Once in a while it won't read a disc, and once the computer is restarted it'll work...." Read more

    "...Currently using 24gig 8x disc and they have been working great. Software is easy to use and drive is nice looking little big for my taste...." Read more

    "Works well, make sure you use the included software though. The built in Windows functionality failed every time I tried it." Read more

    "...Used to rip my Blu Ray and 4K UHD library for PlexTV. It's a lot of time...." Read more

    69 customers mention52 positive17 negative

    Customers like the ease of use of the optical disc drive. For example, they say it's easy to install and use, with no drivers needed. The included software makes it easy to use, and the installation in Windows was flawless. It plugs in easily, starts up and burns discs like a breeze, and it saves time and extra steps.

    "...Software is easy to use and drive is nice looking little big for my taste...." Read more

    "Plug & play. Easy install and works great." Read more

    "...with latest MacOS Monterey and can confirm that no special software or drivers are required, at least for Mac...." Read more

    "...carved and angular like the design of the case, but that makes it hard to grasp and slide it on and off...." Read more

    50 customers mention35 positive15 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the optical disc drive. They mention that the black contoured chassis looks amazing, and the unit is sharp. Some appreciate the unusual design and style of the burner. Overall, most are happy with the product's appearance.

    "...Software is easy to use and drive is nice looking little big for my taste...." Read more

    "This is a nice, rugged external Blu-ray drive at a reasonable price...." Read more

    "...Poor quality even if the burner is a good one." Read more

    "Works great. Like the design. Have used it about 2 weeks. Glad I bought it." Read more

    176 customers mention113 positive63 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's well-made, solid, and reliable. However, others say that the quality issues of the device itself are annoying, with defective parts and a disc that cracks or breaks.

    "Bought two of these for our office and they are both excellent quality. They work really well. No complains." Read more

    "...The power button on the back is terrible; they tried to make it carved and angular like the design of the case, but that makes it hard to grasp and..." Read more

    "...Movies, software, it does it all. Solid product." Read more

    "...This ASUS is a solid drive, fast, noiseless, and comes at a good price, if they still do the discount...." Read more

    64 customers mention36 positive28 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's worth the price, while others say it'll overpriced. Some say it is bulky and unnecessary.

    "...said, for what I'm putting it through (constant ripping) the drive is worth it. For a once in a while drive... get something cheaper." Read more

    "...NO freezing at all. Sure, it's bigger and heavier but sometimes you are better off getting real mccoy...." Read more

    "...with other brands and models with USB 3.0, but this drive is worth every dollar, especially with its rebate, even if you only use it for backup, and..." Read more

    "...I have used this on my Mac and PC with no problems. This thing is bulkier compared to many USB DVD burners you can get today for like only $25...." Read more

    37 customers mention18 positive19 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's a large, well-built unit that runs fairly quietly. They say it'll fit on top of their PC or in a tiny case. However, others say it is unusually large and inconvenient to turn. They also say it takes up more space than most external players and requires external power.

    "...Drive is quiet and works GREAT. Personally I'm pleased with the larger size of the unit, it's got some heft to it compared to so many of the other..." Read more

    "...So basically I'm super pleased. For an external drive this thing is BIG, but that doesn't bother me, as I will be putting it away in a closet when..." Read more

    "This is a great way to store data, pics, and more. The included software makes it easy to use. Plug it in and away you go." Read more

    "...One final note, this thing is a BRUTE in terms of size. It is HUGE. That is also neither bad nor good - just a FYI note" Read more

    36 customers mention20 positive16 negative

    Customers are mixed about the noise of the optical disc drive. Some mention it's very quiet, while others say it makes a loud squeaking sound when ejecting. The flap that opens and closes the drive is always squeezy, and during write with max speed it'll make a little bit noisy. The plastic creaks and squaaks as the door bay opens and shuts, and it also has a strong vibration you can hear if you are too close.

    "...This ASUS is a solid drive, fast, noiseless, and comes at a good price, if they still do the discount...." Read more

    "...The drive door seems to rattle at times making you think it's the drive mechanism, but it's just its thin plastic door...." Read more

    "...Setup was fast and simple on my new Windows 11 HP Desktop. Drive is quiet and works GREAT...." Read more

    "...That's why 4 stars instead of 5.When it started out the drive was very noisy. I did not like that. By the third day it got quit...." Read more

    50 customers mention14 positive36 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the blu-ray capabilities of the disc drive. They mention that it wouldn't read their blu -ray disks, nor would it format them. The drive also errors out and can no longer read disks. Some customers also report that the drive cannot read dual-layer discs or UHD disks at all.

    "As of: 03/2024, the drive is fine. Once in a while it won't read a disc, and once the computer is restarted it'll work...." Read more

    "While it does not play all blu ray discs it has been working without any issues" Read more

    "...update, all recognize Blu-ray drives and disks, and are capable of writing data CDs, data DVDs, and data Blu-rays...." Read more

    "Not a bad unit. Only issue so far is that it will NOT play a Blu Ray movie straight out of the box without purchasing additional software...." Read more

    Works fine... Sort Of
    5 Stars
    Works fine... Sort Of
    As of: 03/2024, the drive is fine. Once in a while it won't read a disc, and once the computer is restarted it'll work. Although that could potentially be the operating system, but on a Mac, that kinda seems unlikely. To update firmware, you need to be on a Windows machine. That's so 2000's. If you're a Mac user, find a friend with a windows computer.The drive door seems to rattle at times making you think it's the drive mechanism, but it's just its thin plastic door. And the gears for the door opening and closing gets a little noisy after about two months. I might try and put electronic grease on it later.For digitizing my DVD/CD library to a NAS... AWESOME! With MakeMKV these two are a awesome combination.The speed is great too. It blows those thin, cheap, push to close three times, drives we are all used to now. This one is a full automated tray (open & close) like they were when CD-rom drives first came out.The power button on the back is terrible; they tried to make it carved and angular like the design of the case, but that makes it hard to grasp and slide it on and off. Also, there's a HUGE blue LED (1.5") on the top that says "Ice On Fire." At night... IN YOUR FACE! They could have saved money by not having all that fancy designing elements. Looks very 80's inspired.All that said, for what I'm putting it through (constant ripping) the drive is worth it. For a once in a while drive... get something cheaper.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Works fine... Sort Of
    Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
    As of: 03/2024, the drive is fine. Once in a while it won't read a disc, and once the computer is restarted it'll work. Although that could potentially be the operating system, but on a Mac, that kinda seems unlikely. To update firmware, you need to be on a Windows machine. That's so 2000's. If you're a Mac user, find a friend with a windows computer.
    The drive door seems to rattle at times making you think it's the drive mechanism, but it's just its thin plastic door. And the gears for the door opening and closing gets a little noisy after about two months. I might try and put electronic grease on it later.
    For digitizing my DVD/CD library to a NAS... AWESOME! With MakeMKV these two are a awesome combination.
    The speed is great too. It blows those thin, cheap, push to close three times, drives we are all used to now. This one is a full automated tray (open & close) like they were when CD-rom drives first came out.
    The power button on the back is terrible; they tried to make it carved and angular like the design of the case, but that makes it hard to grasp and slide it on and off. Also, there's a HUGE blue LED (1.5") on the top that says "Ice On Fire." At night... IN YOUR FACE! They could have saved money by not having all that fancy designing elements. Looks very 80's inspired.
    All that said, for what I'm putting it through (constant ripping) the drive is worth it. For a once in a while drive... get something cheaper.
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