Toshiba DVD-RW at newegg

[tRaptor]

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproduct.asp?DEPA=&submit=Go&description=SD%2DR5002TA

Toshiba DVD-R/DVD-RW Recorder, EIDE/ATAPI Model SD-R5002TA OEM
Specifications:
Data Speeds: 2X DVD-R Read/Write 1X DVD-RW Read/Write,12X DVD-ROM Read 16X CD-R Read/Write,10X CD-RW Read/Write 40X CD-ROM Read
Average Random Seek Time: DVD: 130ms CD-ROM: 110ms
MTBF 100,000 hours
OEM Bare Drive Only, (see pics) Model#: SD-R5002TA -OEM Special Free FedEx Saver Shipping

Why is this thing so cheap at only $177?

 

[DaveSimmons]

It's last-year 2X speed model instead of this-year 4X speed. But since 4X media is still very expensive you'll probably be buying 2X media anyway.

 

[tRaptor]

Thats it! Anyone have one of these drives?

I'm in the market for a cheap dvd burner, 2X prefered, any ideas?

 

[AmdInside]

I am thinking of getting it. Pioneer can get a little loud when playing back DVD's. Plus I need one with a black bezel which I can find for this model.

 

[DaveSimmons]

For user reviews check out www.dvdrhelp.com the "DVD Writers" link on the left side of the page.

 

[Sid59]

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