Burns Blu-ray discs at up to 12X; burns up to 50GB of data onto a double layer Blu-ray disc * Supports 3D playback, and capable of converting 2D contents to simulate 3d effects * Equipped with Automatic Balancing System, a self-balancing design effectively reduces vibration and noise, even at the highest speeds * 170mm short body depth * Includes Cyberlink Blu-ray Suite for BD movie playback, DVD video editing, and BD/DVD recording
Install was a snap and the software that came with the item was nice. I hear of alot of bad reviews on the DVD 9, but I had no problem with vista 32. After install, I put in a bluray movie, made some adjustments and voila, I am watching bluray on my HDTV. Looks crisp and clear with my 23" and 40" TV.
Love this unit! It has become my main burner in a 3 burner system. DVD, CD, and bluray work without a hitch. Plug and play but I recomend getting the newest drivers from liteon. The bluray/dvd player app works well also as a bonus. I have not tried the lightscribe out. All in all a solid burner so far.
Purchased this a few days after Christmas. Always wanted a Blu-Ray burner and set my purchase price for a top notch drive at below $100.00. It took over two years for the price to finally come down. The drive is very easy to install and has burned perfect back ups from 3 different BD-R disc manufactures so it does not seem to be finicky on the blank media it will use. Firmware update through Liteon SmartPack is a one step simple process. Also Liteon has online chat technical advice with very knowledgeable a..