While browsing the web we came across some new products from NitroAV, including the AfterBurner, which can store up to 23 GB using the blue laser technology.
Based on blue laser technology, the AfterBurner stores up to 23 GB of native capacity per rewritable or write-one, read-many (WORM) single sided media, delivering an advanced optical storage and archiving solution for professional data-intensive applications. The high capacity and high performance FireWire 800 External AfterBurner Series drives are designed specifically for professional storage applications, graphic design, audio/video editing/authoring and medical imaging, e-mail archival, enterprise content management and multimedia projects. The DVD media features a durable, airtight structure to prevent dust particles from coming in contact with the drive mechanism and disc surface, increasing durability and reliability for critial applications in professional and industrial settings but still offering the convienence of removable optical storage. This optical solution allows for high-speed random access of files, making it suitable for both near-line and archival storage applications.
Prices starts at $ 2.995,- In addition, they are offering this two bay solution;  Based on blue laser technology, the AfterBurner stores up to 23 GB of native capacity per rewritable or write-one, read-many (WORM) single sided media, delivering an advanced optical storage and archiving solution for professional data-intensive applications. The high capacity and high performance FireWire 800 External AfterBurner Series drives are designed specifically for professional storage applications, graphic design, audio/video editing/authoring and medical imaging, e-mail archival, enterprise content management and multimedia projects.
The NitroAV AfterBurner External FireWire 800 Series is Built-to-Order, so that you have the right combinations for your needs. The standard configuration includes a 23GB AfterBurner w/ 1x 23GB RW Media and an empty FireWIre 800 tray, so you can add additional storage space for easy collection and organization of your data before you store it on the AfterBurner. Additional HDDs are available and are all 7200RPM w/ 8Mb of onboard high speed cache. Package Includes: NitroAV 23GB DVD 2-Bay 'AfterBurner Series' Professional FireWire 800 1394b External Subsystem, 1X 23GB RW Media, 1X Nitro AV 9Pin/9Pin Cable and lower FireWire 800 bay is empty (ready to install HDD). Details: Shipping weight 15.00 lbs
SKU: NAVAF2B0
Buy now: $ 3,199.00 |
Although the dual bay is designed for business use, it seems it would be a nice addition to anyones home arsenal for archiving and backup. It may be expensive, but we can dream and also we know prices will fall as time goes on. If you want to read more about the company or their products, the complete article by NitroAV, can be found here. Feel free to discuss these drives in our Satellite, HD-TV, Blu-ray and HD-DVD Forum.
Source: NitroAV
