Sony NEC Optiarc's tray-loading slim DVD burner gives you reliable 8X DVD±R burning. The AD-7590A-01 drive features PRML (Partial Response, Maximum Likelihood) technology to ensure that you get a working copy the first time. The drive uses Adaptive Self-Tuning to optimize its performance for the media and conditions, so you get the best playback possible.
This slim drive is designed to fit easily into notebooks or small-format desktop computer cases. The unit connects via PATA/EIDE and supports Windows 2000, ME, and XP. This lightweight drive is designed for maximum power efficiency, so it won't weigh your notebook down, or drain the battery prematurely. Trust your disc-based media to this Sony NEC Optiarc quality drive!
Designed for Notebook ComputersThe Sony NEC Optiarc AD-7590A-01 slim DVD burner is exclusively designed for notebook computers for backing up data or burning DVDs during travel. Measuring only 12.7mm in height and weighing approximately 170g, it's a perfect add-on to your notebook PC.
DVD Multi RecorderThe Sony NEC Optiarc AD-7590A-01 slim DVD burner enables users to burn any DVD+R/-R, DVD+RW/-RW or DVD-RAM disc and supports the dual-layer function allowing up to 8.5GB data to be burned and saved on a single dual-layer disc. Burn your own DVD/VCD movies or backup data with ease!
Stable Recording and Reading QualityThe Sony NEC Optiarc AD-7590A-01 slim DVD burner adopts cutting-edge technologies of Sony and NEC such as Adaptive Self Tuning to optimize performance for each disc, PRML (Partial Response, Maximum Likelihood) for minimized data error, and Front-end Digitalization for enhanced stability, achieving consistent recording and reading quality for the best user experience.
Pros: Posted a "wait and see" review 3 months ago.I've used it a lot since then with no issues at all.It smokes the SLOOOOOW oem drive my Toshiba A75-S226 P4 3.06HT laptop came with.Love da drive...
Cons: NONE..!!
Overall Review: Please take note:Some Toshiba laptops require a firmware reflash to recognize this drive.THANKFULLY,mine did not.Google the drive and you'll find plenty of info.Don't blame the drive,blame Toshiba!!