Plextor introduces 16x DVD±R/RW with SATA interface

PLEXTOR INTRODUCES 16X DVD±R/RW DRIVE WITH SERIAL ATA (SATA)
INTERFACE

New DVD/CD Burner Supports Dual-Layer DVD+R Technology for
Increased DVD Recordable Capacity to 8.5 GB

FREMONT, Calif. '“ November 15, 2004 '“ Plextor® Corp., a
leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance digital media equipment,
today announced the new PX-716SA series DVD±R/RW drive. Featuring a native
Serial ATA (SATA) interface and high-speed 16X DVD+R and 16X DVD-R recording,
the internal drive combines fast performance, 150 MB/sec bandwidth, and
recording features that ensure reliable, high-quality results across a broad
spectrum of media.

The drive
achieves blazing fast 16X CAV performance on recommended 8X DVD+R media, and
burns a 4.7GB DVD in less than six minutes, one minute faster than leading ZCLV
competitors. The new drive also supports dual-layer DVD media, enabling users to
burn up to four hours of high-quality MPEG-2 video on a single 8.5GB DVD disc in
approximately 28 minutes.

The internal
PX-716SA drive features an integrated Serial ATA connection, enabling OEMs and
System Integrators to leverage the benefits of SATA, including 150 MB/sec
bandwidth, elimination of master/slave configuration jumper issues, a
substantial pin count reduction, and thinner cables to help air-flow and improve
cable routing.

'The newest
16X DVD drive from Plextor is specifically designed for personal computer
manufacturers who want to integrate a DVD/CD burner that sets new standards for
performance, convenience, and reliability," said Howard Wing, vice president of
sales and marketing for Plextor. 'The combination of Serial ATA interface,
support for dual-layer media, and the Intelligent Recording features can really
help OEMs differentiate their PCs from competitive offerings."

Plextor PX-716SA DVD±R/RW Drive
The Plextor PX-716SA is a highly
versatile 9-in-1 DVD/CD burner that supports 4x DVD+R Double Layer, 16X DVD+R,
and 16X DVD-R Writing; 8X DVD+RW and 4X DVD-RW Rewriting; and 16X max
DVD-Reading; as well as high-speed 48X CD-R Writing, 24X CD-RW Rewriting, and
48X max CD-Reading.

The PX-716SA
has an 8 MB buffer and features Buffer Underrun Proof Technology to prevent
buffer underrun errors and allow multi-tasking. Lossless Linking/Zero Link
technology enables users to perform basic editing tasks directly on the DVD
disc.

The PX-716SA
includes PlexTools® Professional software, a unique combination of
user-controllable CD recording and CD/DVD media test features, including:

• GigaRec™ allows high capacity
  storage up to 1 GB on a 700 MB CD disc.
  
• SecureRecording™ offers password
  protection for CD discs.
  
• Silent Mode™ enables users to
  vary CD tray load/unload speed, spin up/down speed, and write/read speed.
  
• VariRec™ allows adjustment of
  the laser power to produce the highest quality audio CD recording possible.
  

The PX-716SA
also features Intelligent Recording, a combination of technologies designed to
achieve high-quality recordings across a broad spectrum of media with varying
grades of quality:

• Intelligent Tilt is a precise
  laser and three-dimensional tilt control to reduce jitter and achieve optimal
  recording and reading on uneven disc surfaces.
  
• PoweRec is a sophisticated write
  strategy providing superior quality recording at maximum speed for certified
  media.
  
• AUTOSTRATEGY technology
  determines the standard deviation of any blank disc and automatically
  optimizes the write strategy for unknown media, enabling high-quality disc
  recording.

Plextor Software Bundle: Roxio Easy Media Center 7, Basic DVD
Edition
Plextor's bundled software package offers ease-of-use and extensive
functionality for Windows platforms. The PlexWriter PX-716SA ships with Easy
Media Center 7, Basic DVD Edition. Roxio's number-one selling DVD/CD-recording
software lets users create movie DVDs, data DVDs, music CDs, photo slide shows
synchronized with music, data CDs, and backup copies of personal discs. The
software package also includes Roxio PhotoSuite 5 SE for capturing, organizing,
editing, and sharing digital photos.

Pricing and Availability
The Plextor PX-716SA DVD±R/RW
drive is scheduled for shipment to distributors and resellers in North and South
America in December. The internal PX-716SA drive has a Manufacturer's Suggested
Retail Price (MSRP) of $159.00 USD. All retail packages include unlimited
toll-free technical support and one-year full warranty.

PlexWriter is
a trademark of Plextor Corp. AUTOSTRATEGY is a trademark of Taiyo Yuden. Roxio,
the Roxio tagline, PhotoSuite, Easy CD & DVD Creator and Easy CD Creator are
either trademarks or registered trademarks of Roxio, Inc. in the United States
and/or other countries. All other trademarks, trade names, registered
trademarks, or registered trade names are the property of their respective
holders.

Source: Plextor