Reading speed
| DVD-RW read speed |
12 x |
| CD-R read speed |
40 x |
| DVD+RW read speed |
12 x |
| DVD-R Double Layer read speed |
12 x |
| BD-RE read speed |
8 x |
| BD-R read speed |
8 x |
| BD-R Dual Layer read speed |
8 x |
| BD-RE Dual Layer read speed |
6 x |
| CD-RW read speed |
24 x |
| DVD+R Double Layer read speed |
12 x |
| DVD+R read speed |
16 x |
| DVD-R read speed |
16 x |
Writing speed
| BD-RE write speed |
2 x |
| BD-R write speed |
12 x |
| BD-RE Dual Layer write speed |
2 x |
| BD-R Dual Layer write speed |
12 x |
| CD-RW write speed |
24 x |
| CD-R write speed |
40 x |
| DVD+R write speed |
16 x |
| DVD-R write speed |
16 x |
| DVD+RW write speed |
8 x |
| DVD-RW write speed |
6 x |
| DVD-R Double Layer write speed |
8 x |
| DVD+R Double Layer write speed |
8 x |
| DVD-RAM write speed |
5 x |
Blu-ray, USB3.0, 1.2 Kg
MediaStation External 12X USB 3.0 Blu-ray Writer BR3D-12U3 is the fastest external writer on the market. Support for SuperSpeed USB 3.0 enables unsurpassable burn speeds, up to 12X. Plus, legacy USB support ensures compatibility with many systems at slightly reduced speeds. The MediaStation BR3D-12U3 is ideal for users seeking the best playback and burning performance of Blu-ray discs, DVDs, or CDs on their PCs. Installation is quick by simply plugging it into any available USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port. Bundled with the 3D Ready Blu-ray CyberLink™ Media Suite for Windows®, featuring support for 3D Blu-ray, 2D to 3D DVD conversion and DVD Upscaling, allowing you to view or re-record DVDs in near HD quality. MediaStation External 12X USB 3.0 Blu-ray Writer offers a full multimedia experience.