Since I am not the most computer literate, I am looking for a burner that can be connected by USB. What does everyone recommend. Would like to keep the cost under $200.00. Thanks. H
Plextors are some of the finest burners available so my first choice would be the Plextor PX-716 UF. It weighs in at $209 which is a bit over your budget but worth it in my estimation, http://www2.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16827131346 My second choice would be the Pioneer DVR-S806 since Pioneer is on par with Plextor as far as quality and performance. An OEM drive goes for $150 here, http://www.compuvest.com/Description.jsp?iid=128212 Sonys are decent drives and their DRX710UL goes for $173, http://www2.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16827131237 Lite On is another good make and their SOHW-1673SX goes for $129, http://www2.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16827106983 All of the links I gave you save one are from http://www.newegg.com which is about the best site on the net for computer parts and media. I can't vouch for compuvest since I've never ordered from them so I'd strongly urge you to research them before ordering
I forgot to mention that it'd be a good idea to make sure your PC has USB 2.0 support since the 1.1 spec isn't able to allow the drive to perform at it's best. USB 2.0 controllers will be listed as "enhanced" in Device Manager
Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Controller (1) US Root Hub (4) VIA Rev 5 or later USB Universal Host Controller (3) The above is what is listed under Universal Serial Bus Controllers. Would this be considered USB 2.0? And if not, what do you have to do to make them 2.0? I hope I get an answer quick, because Dell Small Business has the Plextor PX-716 UF on sale for $183.00 and I ordered it. If not compatable, I will have to cancel. Thanks. H
The first one you listed is USB 2.0 ( Standard Enhanced PCI to USB Controller (1)) so you should be good to go with the Plextor
OK..........great. Thanks for all the help and I will see you on the forums. I know, I will have tons of questions. Thanks. H
I had to open this thread. Purchased the Plextor 716-UF. Use it exclusively at work. This USB drive rocks. Also, just backed up the computer files that are most important to me. I bring my DVD's to work (I am part owner) and while at my desk, using IE, MS Word, AOL, etc., I use DVDShrink and Nero and get flawless DVD's. I am also using Verbat Data Life Plus media. Burn at 8x and PQ is fantasic. Can recommend is very highly to anyone who wants a great, quiet, and fast USB device. Just want to thank everyone, again for their help and support.
