5X DVD+R
Write speed on Double Layer media gives consumers the edge on DVD creation
Toshiba Storage Device Division (SDD), an industry pioneer in optical storage technology, today introduced a new double-layer, dual-format DVD recordable drive that tops the market in DVD+R double'“layer write speeds at 5X, giving consumers the right combination of speed and capacity for video creation and other data-intensive applications.
The first DVD recordable drive from Toshiba Samsung Storage Technologies (TSST), the SD-R5372 also features a speedy 16X DVD+R specification that enables easy DVD creation. The double-layer media capability gives consumers twice the storage capacity of a current DVD and 12 times the capacity of a CD at 8.5GB for a wide range of video, music, image and data storage applications.
"The popularity of video and music content management is driving the need for more robust optical storage solutions to keep pace with consumer interest," said Maciek Brzeski, vice president of marketing at Toshiba SDD. "This drive is a workhorse '“ with speed, capacity and multiple formats that make DVD and CD creation a snap for users."
The SD-R5372 incorporates technology advancements that deliver this increased performance, including:
- A power control system that adjusts speeds to create optimum writing conditions on each layer
- A new high-power laser in the pick-up head for fast-writing to double-layer media
- A unique optimized write strategy that delivers fast writing on both dual-layer and 16x DVD+R media
The SD-R5372 will be available in October through distribution or in a retail kit with video editing, data back-up and CD creation software. To purchase the kit, visit www.shoptoshiba.com, or for more information on Toshiba's DVD recordable technology, visit www.sdd.toshiba.com.
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About Toshiba Storage Device Division
Toshiba SDD, a division of
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., leads the market in the development,
design and manufacturing of optical disk drives and small form factor 0.85-inch,
1.8-inch and 2.5-inch hard disk drives. Toshiba SDD markets high-quality
peripherals to original equipment manufacturers, value-added resellers,
value-added dealers, systems integrators and distributors in theUnited States. Inherent in the Toshiba storage family are the high-quality engineering and manufacturing capabilities that have established Toshiba products as worldwide leaders. For more information, visit www.sdd.toshiba.com.
About Toshiba Samsung Storage Technologies
Headquartered in Japan, the Toshiba Samsung Storage Technology (TSST) joint venture involves product and business planning, product development, procurement and sales for optical disk drives (ODD), including CD-ROM, CD Recordable, DVD Recordable and DVD-ROM drives. The organization is 51 percent owned by Toshiba and 49 percent owned by Samsung and has combined annual sales exceeding 200-billion yen. Combined optical drive operations for Toshiba and Samsung places TSST among the world leaders in the ODD market.
About Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS)
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of three divisions: Digital Products Division, Digital Solutions Division and the Storage Device Division. Together, the three divisions provide mobile products and solutions, Internet access plans, communications, storage and imaging products and services. Products include industry leading portable computers, projectors, DVD/CD recordable products and hard disk drives for computers, telephony products, digital imaging systems, wireless solutions and services. TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United
States and Latin
America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a world leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems. Toshiba has global sales of over $ 52 billion and more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. For more information, visit the company's website at www.toshiba.com.
Source: Toshiba USA
