Buffalo
BUFFALO MediaStation 16x External BDXL Blu-ray Burner
Discover the Buffalo MediaStation 16x External BDXL Blu-ray Burner, a high-speed optical drive designed for your PC. This external writer utilizes a fast USB 3.0 interface and supports triple-layer media, delivering impressive write speeds up to 16x for BD discs and 48x for CDs. It includes the CyberLink Media Suite, which is Blu-ray 3D Ready for Windows users. The package also contains a USB 3.0 cable, a quick-setup guide, and is backed by a 2-Year Limited Warranty for peace of mind.
$165.13
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
26
/ 167
#26 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
+28%
Above average
Product Type
Blu-ray Writer
/ Blu-ray Writer
Who it's for
- BDXL High-Capacity Support
- Fast 16x Burning Speed
- External Plug-and-Play Design
Who should skip it
- Requirement for External Power
- Higher Initial Cost
- Dependent on Bundled Software
Key Specs
Product Type
Blu-ray Writer
Host Interface
USB 3.0
Maximum BD Write Speed
16x
Maximum CD Write Speed
48x
Drive Type
External
Color
Black
Limited Warranty
2 Year
TAA Compliant
Yes
Features
- External BDXL Blu-ray writing capability
- Fast USB 3.0 connectivity interface
- Includes CyberLink Media Suite software
- Supports triple-layer media formats
- Sleek, portable external form factor
- TAA Compliant design
- Backward compatible with CD/DVD media
What customers say
This external Blu-ray burner is highly valued for its premium performance, especially its crucial BDXL compatibility and fast 16x write speed. Users appreciate the significant time savings for large data archiving, confirming its reliability across various disc types, including 100GB BDXL media. Setup is simple via USB 3.0, and many find the unit dependable for long-term use. The core focus remains on its top-tier speed and capacity. A few drawbacks noted are the operational noise during peak performance and a higher price point, which some feel impacts overall value. Despite these minor concerns, it is recognized as a robust workhorse for serious backup needs.
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