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Pioneer DVR-117D-BK Internal [Black Bezel] 'SuperDrive' up to 20X DVD+/-R, up to 8X DVD+/-RW, Up to 12X Dual Layer +/-R DL, up to 40X CDR/RW Burner, DVD-RAM. New, 1yr Pioneer Warranty. -See More Info for Apple Software Compatibility-- (PIODVR116DBK)	11 Days	$32.99

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Pioneer DVR-117D Dual Layer DVD Recordable Drive
20X DVD-R/+R, 12X DVD-R/+R DL Writer (Black Bezel)

The DVR-117D high speed DVD burner introduced by Pioneer enables computer users to create personal DVD movies, make digital photo slideshows, burn music CDs and back up your data files onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, +R and +RW discs with ease. It also works with dual layer discs, increasing the capacity of a disc from 4.7 to 8.5 gigabytes for even more storage space.

New Features to the DVR-117D:

Optimal Write Speed: Recognizes the disc media and automatically adjusts the drive's write speed to ensure the highest quality digital preservation of vital files.

Quiet Drive: The internal mechanisms of the drive were designed to better insulate the distracting noise generated by a disc spinmning at extremely fast rotations per minute (RPM). The unique interlocking design ensures a low acoustic noise while simultaneously dampening the sounds created by normal drive usage.

Improved Durability: Throught he new anti-dust design, an improved chassis insulation aids in the protection of the drive's internal components from dust and small particles that can hinder the drive's operability and lifespan.

Features:

20x DVD-R/+R Writing Speed
12x DVD-R/+R Dual/Double Layer Writing Speed
Improved Disc Writing & Noise Reduction Features

Product Specifications
Model	Pioneer DVR-117D 20X DVD Burner (Drive only)
Manufacturer	Pioneer
Mfr Part #	DVR-117D
Color	Black
Buffer	2MB
Data Transfer Rate (Read)	DVD-ROM up to 16X DVD-R, DVD+R up to 16X DVD-RW, DVD+RW up to 13X DVD-ROM (DL) up to 12X DVD-R (DL), DVD+R (DL) up to 12X CD-ROM, CD-R up to 40X CD-RW up to 32X DVD-RAM 5X
Data Transfer Rate (Write)	DVD-R up to 20X DVD-R (DL) up to 12X DVD-RW up to 6X DVD+R up to 20X DVD+R (DL) up to 12X DVD+RW up to 8X CD-R up to 40x CD-RW up to 32x
Disc Format (Read/Write)	DVD single layer/dual layer / 120mm / 80mm disc DVD-R (when writing, use only 650nm ¡V for General use ¡V media) DVD-R (4X, 8X, 16X write speed) Dual Layer DVD-R and Double Layer DVD+R DVD-RW (1X, 2X, 4X, 6X write speed) DVD+R (2.4X, 4X, 8X, 16Xwrite speed) DVD+RW (2.4X, 4X, 8X write speed) DVD-RAM (non-cartridge, Version 2.0, Version 2.1, Version 2.2) CD-ROM Mode 1 CD-R XA Mode 2 (form 1, form 2) Photo CD (single and multiple sessions) CD-DA CD-Extra (CD PLUS) Video-CD CD Text CD-R CD-RW / High Speed CD-RW / Ultra Speed CD-RW/ Ultra Speed Plus CD-RW
Data Transfer Rate (Data Read - Sustained)	DVD max 22.16 MB/sec CD max 6.14 MB/sec (17.1 - 40x CAV Mode over 16 block transfer)
Data Transfer Rate (Data Write - Sustained)	DVD max 27.7 MB/sec (20x DVD-R) CD max 6.14 MB/sec (40x CD-R)
Access time	DVD-ROM 130 ms CD 120 ms
Seek Time	DVD-ROM 120 ms CD 110 ms
Dimensions (W x H x D)	148 x 42.3 x 180 mm
Weight (kg)	0.78 kg.

**Specifications are subject to change without notice.

*Cautions

Specific application program(s) that support above format(s) required.
Supported media required for specific DVD & CD writing speeds.
To perform DVD writing at 12x or greater speeds, use Pioneer-designate disc media.

Notes

Pioneer maintains a list of compatible media here. Please review it to determine which media best suits your needs.

RPC setting

The DVR-117D includes Regional Playback Control (RPC Phase II Mode). Region changes can be made up to five(5) times including the initial setting. Be aware that the fifth(5th) change will be PERMANENT. Therefore, please use caution when changing the region code on the DVR-117D The method of changing the region code number may vary on the decoder or operating system used.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT:

To achieve the specified writing and reading performance it is important that the DVR-117D is connected to the IDE port via an 80 way ribbon cable and that the IDE port is at least UDMA 66 or above.

Mac OS System Support:

Compatible with any Power Macintosh G3, G4, G5 or Mac Pro system with an IDE interface. THe 'Nehalem' Mac Pro uses a SATA interface and is not compatible with this drive. Some older systems will not be able to burn discs at full speed due to a slower system bus or IDE bus. Highly recommended for any G4, G5 or Mac Pro system.

Natively supported under 10.4.3 and later*!

OWC NOTE: At this time, there is no native support* for this drive when using earlier versions of Mac OS X. Dual layer DVD burning is supported using the following software (Separate Purchase Required)

Roxio Toast Titanium, and that software is not included with this drive. It is available as a separate purchase here.
NTI DragonBurn 4.0 OEM or Retail - OEM available as a separate purchase here.

*Patching this drive for support under earlier versions of Mac OS X is possible using Christian Moller's PatchBurn Software, located here.

DVD Player Support:

Mac OS X 10.3 (all versions) - DVD player works perfectly
Mac OS X previous to OS X 10.3 - DVD player not supported
Mac OS 9 or earlier - DVD player not supported

PC System Support:

Compatible with any PC system running Windows 2000 or later with an IDE drive interface. Please see your burning software application manufacturer's website for specific support of this drive mechanism.