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ASUS BW-16D1HT - ultra-fast 16X Blu-ray burner with M-DISC support, black

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Operating System Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 8, Windows 7
Special Feature M DISC support
Hardware Interface SATA 6.0 Gb/s
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Optical Storage Write Speed 16x

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  • Extreme 16X Blu Ray writing speed, backup 25GB data for only 8 minutes
  • M disc Support, save your priceless memories or data for up to 1,000 years
  • BDXL Support up to 128GB data storage in one disc
  • CPU: Intel Pentium D 945(3.4GHz) or higher RAM: 1GB or more is recommended HDD: 10GB or more Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 7600GT or ATI X1600 series or above Use HDCP Compatible display and VGA card to High Definition digital output
  • OS Support: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP
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ASUS is a Taiwan-based, multinational computer hardware and consumer electronics company that was established in 1989. ASUS became widely known in North America when it revolutionized the PC industry in 2007 with its Eee PC. Today, the company is pioneering new mobile trends with the ASUS ZenFone series, and it is rapidly developing virtual and augmented reality products as well as IOT devices and robotics technologies. Most recently, ASUS introduced Zenbo, a smart home robot designed to provide assistance, entertainment, and companionship to families. The company has more than 17,000 employees, including a world-class R&D team.

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Easy to install
4.6
4.7
4.3
4.5
4.8
Tech Support
3.6
4.1
3.1
3.7
4.1
Value for money
4.3
4.0
4.2
Noise level
4.5
4.1
4.2
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hardware interface
sata 6 0 gb
usb3.0 a, sata 6 0 gb
sata 1 5 gb
sata 1 5 gb
sata 1 5 gb
sata 1 5 gb
operating system
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP
Windows 7/8/10/11, Linux, OS X 10.X
Windows11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1
Windows11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1
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16x
BD-ROM:12x, DVD-ROM:16x,CD-ROM:48x
BD-ROM:12x, DVD-ROM:16x,CD-ROM:48x
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8x
write speed
16x
BD-R: 16x, DVD-R: 16x, CD-R: 48x
BD-R: 16x, DVD-R: 16x, CD-R: 48x
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16X
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PC
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Product Description

The product is multiple voltage compatible, that voltage arrange is 100-220V

Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,534 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of installation, performance, appearance and value of the optical disc drive. For example, they mention it's easy to install and use, looks great on any desk and that it automatically updates the software. Opinions are mixed on heating and noise.

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196 customers mention153 positive43 negative

Customers like the quality of the optical disc drive. They say it works excellent, is fully functional, and flawlessly for making copies of 4K movies. They also say it hasn't had any problems with the different media they have tried reading and writing to. The tool works flawlessly on Windows, but trying to flash it on Linux was a migraine. It works with the M1 Macs perfectly, and no drivers are needed for it to run. Customers also mention that it's reliable and does what it' s supposed to do.

"...This ultra-fast 16X Blu-ray burner is packed with features that make it the perfect choice for anyone who needs to burn high-quality discs quickly..." Read more

"...April 2023, it's now middle of Sept 2023, so about 5 months, its held up quite nice, I've ripped through 121 DVD's and 70 Blu rays with e burner and..." Read more

"Drive worked as advertised and read my blu-ray movies with no issues." Read more

"...ASUS Blu Ray writer works excellent, and at a great price...." Read more

39 customers mention32 positive7 negative

Customers like the speed of the optical disc drive. For example, they mention it's very fast, and quiet. Some say that it'll read a blu-ray disc several times faster than a similar LG product. It'll load Blu-rays fairly fast, making it easy to make blu ray movies. Overall, most are satisfied with the speed and performance of the product.

"...With its blazing-fast speeds, versatile format support, and advanced features, it's the perfect choice for anyone who demands the very best...." Read more

"...Got this as a second drive to enable 4K ripping. Quick firmware downgrade if you know where to look. Only a few clicks...." Read more

"...Secondly, it's fast. Thirdly it's of course reliable, and does what it's supposed to do...." Read more

"...good products anyway this Blu -ray burner rocks and is faster at burning blu-ray disc then the LG burner did.trust me you can't go wrong with this..." Read more

34 customers mention34 positive0 negative

Customers find the installation process of the Blu-Ray Writer to be very simple. They mention that the drive is plug-and-play, and the software that comes with it installs necessary drivers flawlessly.

"...Installation is a breeze with the ASUS BW-16D1HT. Simply plug it into a free USB port on your PC, and you're good to go...." Read more

"...It automatically updates the software. Plug and play. Thank you Asus product." Read more

"...It’s plug-and-play - secure to the desktop tower, connect a SATA wire to the computer’s MB, connect to the power supply and it and runs..." Read more

"...Extremely easy to do now. From the various threads I've read this was an extreme hassle. Not so anymore." Read more

31 customers mention25 positive6 negative

Customers like the value of the optical disc drive. They mention that it's well worth the price, and a great purchase.

"...ASUS Blu Ray writer works excellent, and at a great price...." Read more

"...something that does it’s job and holds up like I expect it to for a decent price." Read more

"...can't do better than this on an internal bluray drive, and the price is unbeatable." Read more

"Product is a great buy. I disliked it will not play Blu Ray movies out if the box, have to buy software for that...." Read more

18 customers mention18 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the optical disc drive. They mention that it looks great on any desk, it's incredible, and it'll play your favorite movies in stunning high definition. Customers also appreciate the sleek black design and the fact that it'd be quiet when installed properly.

"...playback, you can use it to watch all your favorite movies in stunning high definition...." Read more

"...The unit is actually pretty quiet and looks clean when installed properly...." Read more

"...Superb!!" Read more

"...for years and never been let down by any of them , There Mother boards are supper and the Video cards are the best , so go ahead and try it there..." Read more

17 customers mention12 positive5 negative

Customers like the performance of the optical disc drive. They say that the software they chose is ok, but not the best out there. They also mention that no software drivers were needed, the connection is SATA and the DVD software easily recognized the drive. The drive automatically updates the software and there is no need to update any firmware. It reads nicely and is Linux friendly. Installation was a snap and Windows immediately recognized the device. The product can be easily upgraded.

"...Tried all CD, DVD and Blu-Ray very well. It automatically updates the software. Plug and play. Thank you Asus product." Read more

"...It has software, sure, but I go w/o it. Give it something to work on, and it has everything on screen within avg. 5-15sec...." Read more

"...mounting screws are engaged in the Asus case, the drive jams and will not function...." Read more

"...The software we chose is ok but not the best out there...." Read more

24 customers mention14 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise of the optical disc drive. Some mention that it works well and is very quiet, while others say that it makes a clunking sound, buzzing noise, and horrid noise when it speeds or spins up.

"...for Dolby Digital and DTS-HD audio, you'll be able to enjoy crystal-clear sound to match the stunning visuals...." Read more

"...performing the exact same tasks the poorly shipped one would make louder reading noises and even failed where the other did not...." Read more

"...It's very quiet, on both reading and writing, incomparable to the noisy LGs. Secondly, it's fast...." Read more

"...It was really noisy and scratched and ruined several 4K BDs and a 3D BD (apparently this is a known issue if you search the forums)...." Read more

12 customers mention7 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the heating of the disc drive. Some mention it's a great Blu-Ray burner that burns well and plays well, while others say it had problems burning discs and making a clunking sound. Some say it only burns coasters and that it burns to a crisp.

"Loving this burner. Burns well and plays well. Usually have good luck with Asus products, and the same can be said here thus far." Read more

"...it appears like it just stops being recognized possibly due to overheating...." Read more

"This is an excellent Blu-Ray burner...." Read more

"...it was working great... then today as I was booting up the computer it fried. Looks like it shorted at the power connector or something...." Read more

Works with verbatim bd-r DL and vantec nexstar DX2, firmware 3.10 MK enables libredrive
5 Stars
Works with verbatim bd-r DL and vantec nexstar DX2, firmware 3.10 MK enables libredrive
Used makeMKV with 42GB movie and it burned this verbatim bd-r DL disc in 26.5 mins, I saw speeds up to 8.1x using Asus bw-16d1ht inside vantec nexstar DX2 usb3 external enclosure. This is the DX2 not the original DX, replaced the power supply with delta electronics adp-50yh B power adapter for a laptop supplies 12v 4.16amps 50watts , connector is a perfect fit , asus fits great in the enclosure.I saw no bubbling or damage of this verbatim bd-r DL disc after the burn, someone else reviewed that their disc bubbled, that can only be from a burner that has a laser that's too strong. Get the one I use and it should work 100%Tutorial: use makemkv and select backup and check the box for decrypt these files. Use ImgBurn to burn those folders called bdmv, makemkv, certificate. It preserves all menus , subtitles, etc from the original. It will play on a PS5, which is known to not play burned Blu rays.Flash the stock 3.10 firmware with a cross patched firmware called 3.10 MK, makemkv than recognizes that libredrive is available and that microcode is enabled.*update - I bought this external case beginning of April 2023, it's now middle of Sept 2023, so about 5 months, its held up quite nice, I've ripped through 121 DVD's and 70 Blu rays with e burner and this case. The case has held up well. I did have a failure of the Asus bw-16d1ht which died pretty quick, the 2nd Asus bw-16d1ht I got has been holding okay so far however I've had to disconnect it and reconnect it a few times , it appears like it just stops being recognized possibly due to overheating. It could be because the case has not enough air flow and the drive is naturally hot, dunno. I did have to find a guy on the makemkv forum, his guide is called "Ultimate UHD Drives Flashing Guide Updated 2023", and his username is Billycar11, he makes custom flashers to enable libredrive/ microcode. The second Asus bw-16d1ht had a much more recent manufacture date which can explain why it was more reliable but would not allow me to use the 3.10 MK firmware, so Billy had to make me a custom flasher, very strange and cool , it executed using .BAT files which I haven't seen since the early years of windows. cost was like $25 but he used some strange payment app called Zelle. it updated asus to 3.11. if this drive dies he recommended pioneer drives. from reading amazon reviews the internal ones are more reliable, blly also has a list of specific models as well. oh also the delta power supply still works well
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5.0 out of 5 stars Works with verbatim bd-r DL and vantec nexstar DX2, firmware 3.10 MK enables libredrive
Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2023
Used makeMKV with 42GB movie and it burned this verbatim bd-r DL disc in 26.5 mins, I saw speeds up to 8.1x using Asus bw-16d1ht inside vantec nexstar DX2 usb3 external enclosure. This is the DX2 not the original DX, replaced the power supply with delta electronics adp-50yh B power adapter for a laptop supplies 12v 4.16amps 50watts , connector is a perfect fit , asus fits great in the enclosure.

I saw no bubbling or damage of this verbatim bd-r DL disc after the burn, someone else reviewed that their disc bubbled, that can only be from a burner that has a laser that's too strong. Get the one I use and it should work 100%

Tutorial: use makemkv and select backup and check the box for decrypt these files. Use ImgBurn to burn those folders called bdmv, makemkv, certificate. It preserves all menus , subtitles, etc from the original. It will play on a PS5, which is known to not play burned Blu rays.

Flash the stock 3.10 firmware with a cross patched firmware called 3.10 MK, makemkv than recognizes that libredrive is available and that microcode is enabled.

*update - I bought this external case beginning of April 2023, it's now middle of Sept 2023, so about 5 months, its held up quite nice, I've ripped through 121 DVD's and 70 Blu rays with e burner and this case. The case has held up well. I did have a failure of the Asus bw-16d1ht which died pretty quick, the 2nd Asus bw-16d1ht I got has been holding okay so far however I've had to disconnect it and reconnect it a few times , it appears like it just stops being recognized possibly due to overheating. It could be because the case has not enough air flow and the drive is naturally hot, dunno. I did have to find a guy on the makemkv forum, his guide is called "Ultimate UHD Drives Flashing Guide Updated 2023", and his username is Billycar11, he makes custom flashers to enable libredrive/ microcode. The second Asus bw-16d1ht had a much more recent manufacture date which can explain why it was more reliable but would not allow me to use the 3.10 MK firmware, so Billy had to make me a custom flasher, very strange and cool , it executed using .BAT files which I haven't seen since the early years of windows. cost was like $25 but he used some strange payment app called Zelle. it updated asus to 3.11. if this drive dies he recommended pioneer drives. from reading amazon reviews the internal ones are more reliable, blly also has a list of specific models as well. oh also the delta power supply still works well
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Installed into Win11. Tried all CD, DVD and Blu-Ray very well. It automatically updates the software. Plug and play. Thank you Asus product.
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Erialdo Alberto de Souza
5.0 out of 5 stars Qualidade . Bom !
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect BD drive to backup all your movies
Reviewed in Canada on November 24, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars An old design that works well and should prove reliable.
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5.0 out of 5 stars masterizzatore
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5.0 out of 5 stars Writes Blu Ray and DVDs perfectly. Able to read Blu Ray discs written 2009 and DVDs written 2001.
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