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8X OWC Mercury
12.7mm Internal DVD/CD Writer For all iMac G5 models including Software & Media
Mfr P/N: MG5SL8XDLK OWC SKU: OWCMG5SL8XDLK
Highlights
- 12.7mm Notebook Optical Form Factor
- ATAPI Interface
- Loading Mechanism: Slot
- DVD/CD Writer
- 1 Year OWC Limited Warranty
Do you have an Apple iMac G5 system? with CD Burning capability, but DVD Read only? Or, do you already have a Superdrive, but would like to burn Faster? This is the ticket - and it supports the new 8.5GB Dual Layer Burning technology too!
The new OWC optical Internal is compatible with all iMac G5 17" and 20" systems.
- This is the exact same type of Super-MultiDrive that Apple uses! You can install it into your iMac G5 yourself - Check out our installation videos for assistance!
- For iMac G5 systems, professional installation is highly recommended. If you would like professional installation, OWC offers that service too. Please contact us for more information.
Includes
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- (1) OWC Mercury Internal DVD/CD Writer
- (1) OWC Installation manual for iMac G5 Optical Drive installation.
- (1) Prosoft DataBackup 3 for OS X
- (1) NovaBackup for Windows
- (1) Dragon Burn Blu-ray/DVD/CD Authoring Software
- (1) 10 Pieces DVD-R Media w/ Mini Jewel Case
- 1 Year OWC Limited Warranty
Specs
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RoHS Compliant
- Yes
Buffer Memory
- 2MB
Data Capacity
- DVD General Use Double Layer : 8.5GB
- DVD General Use : 4.6GB
- 79 minute CD : 700MB
- 74 minute CD : 650MB
- 63 minute CD : 550MB
Disc Labeling
- No
Supported Formats
- DVD+R
- DVD+R DL
- DVD+RW
- DVD-R
- DVD-R DL
- DVD-RW
- DVD-Video
- CD-ROM
- CD-ROM/XA
- CD-R
- CD-RW
- CD Audio (CD-DA)
- Video CD
- Photo CD
- CD-i
- CD-Extra
- CD-Text
Write Speeds (Max)
- DVD-R: 8X
- DVD+R: 8X
- DVD-R (Dual Layer): 2X
- DVD+R (Dual Layer): 2X
- DVD-RW: 4X
- DVD+RW: 4X
- CD-R: 24X
- CD-RW: 16X
Read Speeds (Max)
- DVD-R: 8X
- DVD+R: 8X
- DVD-R (Dual Layer): 8X
- DVD+R (Dual Layer): 8X
- DVD-RW: 8X
- DVD+RW: 8X
- DVD-ROM: 8X
- DVD-ROM (Dual Layer): 8X
- CD-ROM: 24X
- CD-R: 24X
- CD-RW: 24X
Mac OS Compatibility
- Yes
PC OS Compatibility
- Not compatible with Windows PCs
Dimensions
- Height: 1.3 cm (0.5 in)
- Length: 12.9 cm (5.1 in)
- Width: 12.8 cm (5.0 in)
Weight
- 140.0 g (0.31 lbs)
Bezel Color
- No Bezel
Loading Mechanism
- Slot
Mounting Orientation
- Horizontal / Vertical
Interface
- ATAPI
Drive Type
- Internal DVD/CD Writer
Form Factor
- 12.7mm Notebook
Ambient Temperature
- Operating: 41°F to 122°F (5°C to 50°C)
- Non-Operating: -40°F to 149°F (-40°C to 65°C)
Humidity
- Operating: 5% to 90% non-condensing
- Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Compatibility & Installation Videos
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iMac G5 (17-inch, Mid 2005)
Mid 2005
Model ID: PowerMac8,2
1.8GHz & 2.0GHz PowerPC G5
iMac G5 (20-inch, Mid 2005)
Mid 2005
Model ID: PowerMac8,2
2.0GHz PowerPC G5
iMac G5 (17-inch, Mid 2004)
Mid 2004
Model ID: PowerMac8,1
1.6GHz & 1.8GHz PowerPC G5
iMac G5 (20-inch, Mid 2004)
Mid 2004
Model ID: PowerMac8,1
1.8GHz PowerPC G5