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Samsung SH-S203B/BEBN

Samsung SH-S203B/BEBN DVD±RW Dual Layer Burner

HP (DVD557S)

Hewlett Packard (DVD557S) External DVD-RW Burner

$39.99  |  1 store
From $57.05  |  3 stores
Product Description This product is set up with best speed for safe operation. You can reset to Maxspeed mode by using Magic Speed Program.
Convenient storage for OXO SteeL OXO Good Grips or other tools. Holds six tools on sliding hooks. Made entirely of stainless steel. Easy to install with included hardware. Measures 17-3/4... More
Convenient storage for OXO SteeL OXO Good Grips or other tools. Holds six tools on sliding hooks. Made entirely of stainless steel. Easy to install with included hardware. Measures 17-3/4 inches long. Less
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Key Features   
Enclosure Type   Internal External
Read Speed   16x (DVD), 48x (CD) 24x (CD), 8x (DVD)
ReWrite Speed   32x (CD-RW), 8x (DVD+RW), 6x (DVD-RW), 12x (DVD-RAM) -
Write Speed   48x (CD), 20x (DVD+R), 20x (DVD-R), 12x (DVD-R DL), 16x (DVD+R DL) -
Burner Type   DVD±RW Dual Layer DVD-RW
Storage Type Disk Drive Disk Drive
Interface   Serial ATA USB
Technical Features   
Access Time DVD 130 ms -
Supported CD Formats   CD Text • CD-Extra • CD-ROM Mode 1 • CD-ROM XA • Photo-CD • Video-CD • CD Audio • CD-R • CD-RW • CD-IFMV -
Supported DVD Formats   DVD-ROM • DVD-Video • DVD-9 • DVD+R • DVD-R • DVD+RW • DVD-RW DVD-RW
Supported Media Writing Standards CD-R • CD-RW • DVD-R • DVD+R • DVD+RW • DVD-RAM • DVD+R DL (Double Layer) • DVD-RW DVD-RW
Buffer Size 2 MB -
Max. Media Capacity 8.5 GB -
Access Time CD 110 ms -
Other Features   
Brand Samsung Hewlett Packard
Dimensions   
Weight 1.65 lb. 0.75 lb.
Depth 6.69 in. 5.5 in.
Height 1.65 in. 0.75 in.
Width 5.83 in. 5.25 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
UPC 729507940434 4718390611084
Package Qty. 1 1
Package Type Bulk -
Product ID 49582776 105035174
Product MPN   
MPN SH-S203B/BEBN DVD557S
 
Consumer Reviews
Samsung SH-S203B/BEBN
Samsung SH-S203B/BEBN DVD±RW Dual Layer Burner
$39.99
HP (DVD557S)
Hewlett Packard (DVD557S) External DVD-RW Burner
From $57.05

Consumer Reviews

6

Defective Read Head

bywillamette17 Feb 9, 2008
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Every other function works fine, fairly quiet.
Cons No RW capability.
Recommended it? No

This unit is the fifth DVD-RW that I have purchased in the last 1 1/2 years, and, like the previous four, it has a read head that cannot read/write RW media. This includes models from SONY and LG. This unit is probably sourced from another company, since the name "Samsung" doesn't appear on the... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

3.0
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

7

Nice Portable DVD Drive

byseronac Jan 14, 2011
6 Helpfuls 7 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Small, light, fast and functional.
Cons So light that it sometimes doesn't stay put when you try to close it.
Recommended it? Yes

I bought this drive to use with my Acer netbook, and it has been a joy to work with.  Read and write speeds are completely adequate, whether installing software, burning a disk, or watching a DVD movie--even in Windows 7 starter (You just need to use the right software: VLC Media Player, or... Read full review »

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HP dvd557s

bymaczebragirl Oct 10, 2010
1 Helpfuls 2 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros I found no Pros to this product. Unless you count dust collecting!
Cons Out your money & time and still using markers to label your disks!
Recommended it? No

Bought this HP dvd557s 07/20/2010. Was told it would work with a Mac or PC. Main reason for purchase was the LightScribe capabilities. It will reconcnize any disk you put in it, but will not burn in LightScribe. Keep getting an error message that it dosen't see any disk. You think you're going... Read full review »

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