Pros: Great out of the box. I'm using Rosewill BD Discs, with no "coasters" thus far. Windows 7 easy, with NERO 2014 to write BD Data Discs. Very quiet while operating. Auto-ejects on it's own. Be careful with inserting and removing disc. Seems fragile to the touch?

Cons: You must install TSST software, which comes with burner, and download firmware. You should do that before the first burn. You'll need to reboot several times with each firmware update. I'm using Nero 2014. If I want to view or burn movies, I must upgrade to Nero Platinum, $$$. I suspect the same holds true with Cyberlink POWERDVD (inserted in box), in order to view and burn Blu-Ray movies.

Overall Review: Overall, I would recommend this product. Shame on Samsung for not obtaining licencing to have this model COMPLETELY burn- ready upon box opening with NERO, Cyberlink, and other software brands.