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| New Panasonic / Hewlett-Pack UJ-120 Rewriteable CD and 8X DVD +/- RW Read/write Blu-ray BD-ROM CD DVD Drive for Laptop Notebooks UJ-120 |
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| Upgrade your notebook's optical drive with this HP UJ-120 Blu-ray disc drive and experience high definition movies on your PC!
This HP UJ-120 Notebook IDE Drive can read Blu-ray discs at 2x, and burn DVDR media at 8x and DVD+R DL media at 2.4x speeds! The UJ-120 also writes to DVD-RAM media at 5x and CD-R and CD-RW discs at 8x speeds!
Everything you need to burn DVDs and CDs and watch Blu-ray movies is with this Panasonic UJ-120 Notebook IDE Drive.
Everything you need to burn DVDs and CDs and watch Blu-ray movies is with this HP UJ-120 Drive.
Features/Specifications:
General Features:
2x maximum read speed (BD-ROM) Blu-ray read only
8x maximum write speed (DVDR)
2.4x maximum write speed (DL DVD+R)
2x maximum write speed (DL DVD-R)
5x maximum write speed (DVD-RAM)
4x maximum rewrite speed (DVDRW)
8x maximum write speed (CD-R)
8x maximum rewrite speed (CD-RW)
24x maximum read speed (CD)
Front Panel Features:
Stop/eject button
Emergency eject hole
LED indicator
Supported Disc Formats: BD-RE, BD-R, BD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-DA, Photo CD (Single & Multi-Session), Video, CD, CD-Text, CD-Extra
Regulatory Approvals:
CE, cULus, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, Nemko, Semko, Mic
Package Includes:
HP UJ-120 Blu-ray BD-ROM/8x DVDRW DL Notebook IDE Drive only and Black Bezel |
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- Speed: 8x maximum write speed (DVDR, CD-R),2.4x maximum write speed (DL DVD+R),2x maximum write speed (DL DVD-R),5x maximum write speed (DVD-RAM)
- Supported Disc Formats: BD-RE, BD-R, BD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD/CD-R, DVD/CD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, CD-DA, CD-Text, CD-Extra
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 Least Expensive Slim BD Solution You Can Get |
| Review Date: March 2, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Ted Hancock, Durham, NC |
| Works well in my custom built HTPC with a slim bay. Haven't tried writing, but that's not what an HTPC is supposed to do anyway. Plays BD through PowerDVD 9/MCE but the interface is a little clunky with that Frankenstein combo. I don't think it's the drive's fault though. |
Problematic but resolvable
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| Review Date: November 23, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Bill, Oregon |
I got one of these at a different vendor but thought I'd share my experiences here. I got this with the intent of installing it in a slim SATA DVD enclosure to use as a portable USB2 BD player.
From the very start I had trouble getting it to even recognize BD movies. It has no problem with DVD's and CD's and shows up in My Computer as BD-ROM. I gave up for while but an upcoming trip prompted me to figure this thing out. I finally found a discussion somewhere where it was suggested the lens be thoroughly cleaned with alcohol. After a couple of gentle but increasingly vigorous scrubs, to my amazement, it worked.
I played about 5 or six movies on 3 different computers without issue. Then suddenly playback began stuttering. I plugged it into the laptop where it worked the first time and, now, once again, it wouldn't even recognize BD disk's. I did a little more research and dug up a comment regarding a Sony slim BD player in which it was suggested the drive needs room to flex and that by loosening the screws holding it in place would helped it. I decided to disassemble my enclosure and plug it into the chip-set directly. Yahoo, it works again. Actually, I believe I just need to trim or file on the opening to allow for the drawer/sliding mechanism to operate more freely.
There is a lot of discussion about updating firmware and installing UDF drivers (especially for XP), but my feeling is it's mostly mechanical. Optics need to be as clean as possible and disk needs to spin as freely as possible. |
Defective drive.
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| Review Date: November 2, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Manx Shearwater, |
| Mine was defective, so I returned it and got a full refund. All's well that ends well. The blu-ray feature initially worked, but the drive was unable to write CD-R's and had other problems. |
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| Western Digital 160 GB Scorpio Blue PATA 5400 RPM 8 MB Cache Bulk/OEM Notebook Hard Drive WD1600BEVE [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging] |
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| Manufacturer: Western Digital |
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| List Price: $78.99 |
| Sale Price: $64.99 |
| Availibility: Usually ships in 24 hours |
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| With capacities up to 320 GB, WD Scorpio Blue 2.5-inch PATA hard drives from Western Digital deliver lightning-fast and ultra-quiet performance hand-in-hand with low power consumption. In addition, they are designed with ruggedness, reliability, and data-protection features that actively watch over valuable data. These drives feature up to a 100 Mb/s PATA interface and 8 MB cache. WD Scorpio Blue hard drives are designed for portable digital devices of all kinds, including notebook computers, external storage, and digital media players. |
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- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
- WD Scorpio Blue drives offer high-performance, low power consumption, and cool operation, perfect for notebooks.
- WD's exclusive WhisperDrive co MBines state-of-the-art seeking algorith ms to yield one of the quietest 2.5-inch hard drives on the market. These algorith ms also optimize the way a drive seeks for data, which significantly improves power consumption.
- WD's ShockGuard technology protects the drive mechanics and platter surfaces from shocks.
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big and quiet
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| Review Date: March 14, 2008 |
| Reviewer: S. Nechaev, NC, USA |
| This 250Gb drive replaced the original 80Gb drive in my G4 PB. The drive affords plenty of extra storage space and by thus adds some extra life to the machine. The reviewer who mentioned that the drive is noisy must have gotten a defective unit: my drive is as quiet as it could be - I can barely hear it in a quiet room and absolutely can not hear it if there is any background noise such as office or lab chatter. The old drive was much smaller and noisier. Very worthwhile upgrade! |
Works perfectly
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| Review Date: July 14, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Sunil Nagaraj, Chapel Hill, NC United States |
| Great drive. Simple installation. Note that this is a PATA drive (wide hard-drive connector cables). |
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Tags: 5400, amazon, blue, bulkoem, cache, digital, drive, frustrationfree, hard, notebook, packaging, pata, scorpio, wd1600beve, western
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| Seagate FreeAgent Go 500 GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive ST905003FAA2E1-RK (Black) |
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| Manufacturer: Seagate |
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| List Price: $139.99 |
| Sale Price: $89.00 |
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| Take your desktop environment and all of your files to go. The FreeAgent Go portable hard drive can run more than 100 free and pay-to-use applications on any PC without installing or storing programs on the host computer. Carry your browser, favorites, passwords, IM client and contacts, email client, cookies, settings and files; so whether you're using a computer at work, school, a business center, an Internet cafe, or a library, you have your desktop environment there when you need it. FreeAgent Go software lets you carry lots of great programs and all your browser favorites and passwords without having to haul around your computer. Your FreeAgent Go Portable Hard Drive saves all of your private information on itself, not on the computer you're using. That means there's no trace of your last session to tempt the next person on a borrowed computer. It also provides strong file encryption to protect your content, and lets you sync your files from several PCs. It's all about having your desktop environment and latest files with you, whenever and wherever you need them. Designed for mobility, the sleek compact design easily fits into your shirt pocket, briefcase or backpack. Plug in the USB 2.0 cable to a PC and your personal desktop environment launches automatically. Leave no trace of your last session on a borrowed computer Operating System - Windows XP Home, Professional Edition, or Vista Dimensions - Height 0.7 x Width 4.8 x Depth 3.9 (17.7x121.9x99mm) Weight - 6.4 ounces (184 kg) |
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- 5,400 RPM Spin Speed, 8 MB Cache Buffer
- USB 2.0: up to 480 Mb/s
- Sync and back up quickly at your desktop without having to search for cables.
- Guard the privacy of important files and folders.
- Get your storage solution up and running quickly.
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| Iomega Prestige 1.5 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive 34474 |
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| Manufacturer: Iomega |
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| List Price: $147.99 |
| Sale Price: $119.99 |
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| The Iomega Prestige 1.5TB External Hard Drive is an easy-to-use, affordable, and energy-efficient desktop storage solution. Featuring a stylish and durable aluminum design, plug-and-play functionality, and a secure EMC Retrospect Express software license for easy file backup, the Prestige is the easy way to store your photos, videos, and music, and to protect your important computer files.  | 
The included stand lets you place the Prestige both vertically and horizontally. View larger. |  | 
With a 7200 RPM spindle speed and 8 MB or more cache, you'll have quick access to your data. View larger. | Plug-and-Play Simplicity and 1.5 TB Storage Capacity
The Iomega Prestige uses a USB 2.0 interface for fast data transfers with universal compatibility. The USB 2.0 interface allows for plug-and-play simplicity with a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps. Additionally, the drive is already preformatted NTFS, so you don't have to waste time formatting to use it. The Prestige features a drive with 7200 RPM spindle speed and an 8MB or higher cache buffer. This provides performance that results in fast access speeds and low latency. And with 1.5TB of storage capacity, the Prestige gives you the ability to store up to 6 million photos, over 27,750 hours of music, or 2,250 hours of video. Stylish Aluminum Case
The Prestige has durable aluminum construction with a brushed-metal finish that will stylishly complement your desktop or workstation. An included stand gives you the option of either placing the drive horizontally or vertically. Not only does the aluminum design look good, it also works to dissipate heat, allowing the drive to run cooler and quieter. Backup Software Included
A license for EMC's Retrospect Express software is included (software is available via download), allowing for easy file backup that keeps your data safe. Also included is free MozyHome Online Backup, which provides 2GB of online data storage. Compatible with Macs and PCs
Whether you have a Mac or PC, the Prestige will do the job. The drive requires a PC with Windows Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional or Windows 2000 Professional, and a Pentium II class processor with 256MB RAM and a USB 2.0 connection, or a Mac (PowerPC or Intel) with OS X 10.3 or above with a USB 2.0 port. The Iomega Prestige 1.5TB External Hard Drive is powered by an Energy Star qualified adapter and is backed by a one-year warranty. What's in the Box
Iomega Desktop Hard Drive, Connection Cable, Quick Install Guide, HTML User Manual and Help Files, Backup software license included, software via download (PC only).
The stylish aluminum enclosure complements your desktop. |
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- Easy-to-use - Simple USB 2.0 interface; just plug and play
- Stylish & Durable - Stylish drive, available in a dark silver brushed finish; sturdy aluminum construction and includes stand
- Secure - Iomega Protection Suite software
- 3 year warranty with product registration
- Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional; XP Home/XP Professional, Windows Vista, 256mb RAM or higher, Requires Mac OS X 10.3-1.05, 128mb RAM or higher
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| Toshiba 500 GB USB 2.0 Portable Hard Dive HDDR500E04XL (Liquid Blue) |
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| Manufacturer: Toshiba |
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| List Price: $93.99 |
| Sale Price: $82.44 |
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| Toshiba’s Portable External Hard Drives make computer backup simple. Our drives take the complexity out of backing up your computer data by providing easy-to-use backup software for both Windows and Mac users. Powered by USB 2.0, you can take your files just about anywhere. Just one click and you’re on your way to creating a digital safety net to help protect your files. With Toshiba’s Portable External Hard Drives, you’ll enjoy mobile storage space for even the largest digital libraries. Our 500GB1 Drive is capable of storing up to 142,000 digital photos, or 131,000 digital music files, or 410 downloaded digital movies. Toshiba’s Portable External Hard Drives work with both Mac and PC computers and include software that makes backing up your computer simple. Note: The part number (P/N) that appears on the packaging is used to identify all the items in the box, including the hard drive (which has its own distinct model number), color, software, cable, user guide, etc. This number is used for ordering purposes. The model number that appears on the bottom of the hard drive is used to register the device with regulatory agencies (UL, FCC, etc) and identifies a specific mechanical and electrical design. |
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- Capable of storing up to 142,000 digital photos, or 131,000 digital music files, or 410 downloaded digital movies
- Complete System Backup and Recovery for Windows Users.”
- Password-protected data encryption
- Internal shock sensor and ramp loading technology helps protect the drive
- USB Powered for portability
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| Western Digital 320GB Scorpio Blue SATAII 5400RPM 2.5IN 8MB Bulk/OEM Hard Drive WD3200BEVT |
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| Manufacturer: Western Digital |
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| List Price: $65.99 |
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| WD Scorpio Blue 5400 RPM 2.5-inch SATA hard drives from Western Digital deliver lightning-fast and ultra-quiet performance hand-in-hand with low power consumption. In addition, they are designed with ruggedness, reliability, and data-protection features that actively watch over valuable data. Available in capacities from 160 to 640 GB, these drives feature a 3 Gb/s SATA interface and 8 MB cache. WD Scorpio Blue hard drives are designed for portable digital devices of all kinds, including notebook computers, external storage, and digital media players. |
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- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
- 320 GB capacity; 5400 RPM spin speed and 12 ms access time
- WD's exclusive WhisperDrive combines state-of-the-art seeking algorith ms to yield one of the quietest
- Reliable and Rugged - WD's ShockGuard technology protects the drive mechanics and platter surfaces from shocks.
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| Toshiba 320 GB USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive HDDR320E04XW (Vivid White) |
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| Manufacturer: Toshiba |
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| List Price: $99.99 |
| Sale Price: $60.00 |
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| Toshiba’s Portable External Hard Drives make computer backup simple. Our drives take the complexity out of backing up your computer data by providing easy-to-use backup software for both Windows and Mac users. Powered by USB 2.0, you can take your files just about anywhere. Just one click and you’re on your way to creating a digital safety net to help protect your files. With Toshiba’s Portable External Hard Drives, you’ll enjoy mobile storage space for even the largest digital libraries. Our 320GB1 Drive is capable of storing up to 91,000 digital photos, or 84,000 digital music files, or 260 downloaded digital movies. Toshiba’s Portable External Hard Drives work with both Mac and PC computers and include software that makes backing up your computer simple. |
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- Capable of storing up to 91,000 digital photos, or 84,000 digital music files, or 260 downloaded digital movies
- Complete System Backup and Recovery for Windows Users.”
- Password-protected data encryption
- Internal shock sensor and ramp loading technology helps protect the drive
- USB Powered for portability
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| Samsung USB 2.0 8x DVD Writer External Optical Drive SE-S084B/RSBN |
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| Manufacturer: Samsung |
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| List Price: $69.99 |
| Sale Price: $49.99 |
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| A "must have" accessory for all NetBook users. The SAMSUNG 8X Tray load External Slim DVD Writer is designed to provide the highest quality DVD functionality in a sleek design that is not much larger than the CD/DVD itself. Simply plug it into your USB port and you are ready to watch movies, install software, copy photos, play music or do anything that you desire. Furthermore, this model supports both 12 cm and 8 cm discs. And the Manual Disc Eject function can let the disc ejected even when the power is off. |
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- Full 8X DVD functionality in an ultra slim tray load design
- The perfect accessory for Netbook users
- Tray Loading Drive for easy access to media even when the drive is turned off. No need to power the drive on to remove your discs.
- 8X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 6X DVD+R DL 8X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 5X DVD-RAM 8X DVD-ROM 24X CD-R 24X CD-RW 24X CD-ROM 2MB Cache USB 2.0
- Nero Software Suite (NERO Burning ROM, NERO Showtime, PowerDVD) included.
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| ASUS USB 2.0 8x DVD Writer External Optical Drive SDRW-08D1S-U (White) |
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| Manufacturer: Asus |
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| List Price: $69.99 |
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| The ASUS SDRW-08D1S-U offers consumers and professionals a complete DVD portable design burning solution. The stylish and attractive DVD burner utilizes the high-speed USB 2.0 interface with the ability to record on 8X DVD+R, 8X DVD+RW, 6X DVD-R and 5X DVD-RAM and access 8X DVD-ROM and 5X DVD-RAM formats. |
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- Elegant/Stylish Diamond ID Design and Ultra mobile. Can carry virtually anywhere.
- Write Speeds: 8x DVD±R(SL) - 6x DVD-RW - 8x DVD+RW - 6x DVD±R (DL) - 24x CD-R - 16x CD-RW - 5x DVD-RAM - 8x DVD-ROM
- Low power consumption - powered through USB
- ASUS Turbo Engine to increase performance of connection between the USB to External Drive.
- Software Bundle Included - Cyberlink
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| ASUS USB 2.0 8x DVD Writer External Optical Drive SDRW-08D1S-U (Black) |
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| Manufacturer: Asus |
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| List Price: $69.99 |
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| The ASUS SDRW-08D1S-U offers consumers and professionals a complete DVD portable design burning solution. The stylish and attractive DVD burner utilizes the high-speed USB 2.0 interface with the ability to record on 8X DVD+R, 8X DVD+RW, 6X DVD-R and 5X DVD-RAM and access 8X DVD-ROM and 5X DVD-RAM formats. |
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- Elegant/Stylish Diamond ID Design and Ultra mobile. Can carry virtually anywhere.
- Write Speeds: 8x DVD±R(SL) - 6x DVD-RW - 8x DVD+RW - 6x DVD±R (DL) - 24x CD-R - 16x CD-RW - 5x DVD-RAM - 8x DVD-ROM
- Low power consumption - powered through USB
- ASUS Turbo Engine to increase performance of connection between the USB to External Drive.
- Software Bundle Included - Cyberlink
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