(Dead) TDK 8x DVD±R/±RW drive (rebadged Plextor) for $129.94 AR & $30 coupon At Staples

[weovpac]

rebate is up but not instant link

 

[weovpac]

it's now up

 

[nealh]

are they all black...

 

[cliftonite]

TDK IndiDVD AID+840 8x DVD±R/±RW drive

It is 8x -r and 8x +r? Because the specs from tdks site shows it as 8x+r and 4x -r

 

[snedman]

Yes, you are correct. It only does 4X on - media. it does 8X on +. Plextor uses software technology to achieve the 8X result. It isnt truly a 8X drive.



Dec 3 Firmware: ftp://www.tdk.com/software/DVDRW840G_103.exe

Download Firmware 1.03 to Desktop
Doulbe click on DVDRW840G_103.exe
Cick on OK. and choose the TDK DVDRW840G drive.
Click Update to start the flashing process.
If asked, let the computer reboot or left click Exit on the flasher program when the flasher program is completed.

 

[Salvador]

Is there a reason why the website still shows the drive at 250, with no instant rebate and no mail-in rebate? When is the website going to be updated?

It's updated now and I just ordered. I also ordered just after midnight just to make sure that I got the drive, but since I was able to order now, I am going to cancel my original order. It's going to be $129.94 AR and coupon + tax.

Sal

 

[cmsanto]

Just ordered on line as well with a $30 off code.

Off topic, what is the best DVD ripping/copy software and how much should I pay for it? Or is the included software good enough for coping movies (simply for back-up purposes)?

 

[Busithoth]

snedman, Thank you very much for the assist in finding coupon.

Just got back from staples across the street from me.

what a beautiful thing.
off to filling out the MIR...

thanks again!

 

[osiris3mc]

So between this one and the NEC, which one to go for????

 

[osiris3mc]

Originally posted by: snedman
Yes, you are correct. It only does 4X on - media. it does 8X on +. Plextor uses software technology to achieve the 8X result. It isnt truly a 8X drive.



Dec 3 Firmware: ftp://www.tdk.com/software/DVDRW840G_103.exe

Download Firmware 1.03 to Desktop
Doulbe click on DVDRW840G_103.exe
Cick on OK. and choose the TDK DVDRW840G drive.
Click Update to start the flashing process.
If asked, let the computer reboot or left click Exit on the flasher program when the flasher program is completed.

So can you just then get the 4x burner as use the firmware to make it the 8x (if so, then why buy the 8x one?)

 

[mnguyen84]

i ordered mine as well. I love this forum!

 

[whatnow]

Just bought a 4x DVD drive but I can't passup this deal! Thanks

 

[KameLeon]

Been waiting to jump on the DVD burner bandwagon... I guess this one is it. Thanks for the heads up!

 

[Salvador]

How is the Roxio software with this bundle?

Sal

 

[Lint21]

I got one today in-store. The Bellevue, WA store had three (two after I bought mine). No problem at all using the coupon.

Also, this deal is available online, with a different 30-off-150 coupon code.

 

[frofan]

Awesome find

 

[snedman]

Osiris, yes certain 4X media will burn at 8X. Plextor uses some technology to allow this to do that. That is the general question on whether this drive is worth getting since it is not a true 8X. If 8X is the top speed that a DVD can be burnt at then I am satisifed with getting this. If you are looking for a 4X then CC has the Lite-on 4X for $69.99 AR 451S and 411S. two $30 rebates MIR

Snedman

 

[osiris3mc]

Cant the 411s supposedly be upgraded to an 8x???

 

[snedman]

No. Someone at another forum tried with the firmware for 8X and it died immediately.

 

[osiris3mc]

Originally posted by: snedman
No. Someone at another forum tried with the firmware for 8X and it died immediately.

Good to know, so the lite-on at CC for 69.99 AR is really gonna be a 4x no matter what. I think I am gonna go with this drive. Any last cavaets??? Any hopes for a 8x -r burning out of this drive?

 

[cmsanto]

Originally posted by: Salvador
How is the Roxio software with this bundle?

Sal

I would like to know as well.
Is it as good as dvd x-copy or does it blow?

 

[snedman]

I would imagine it is a decent drive. Sony is getting out of the business for DVD Burners and rumor has it that they are going to put their name on Lite-on as their rebadge.

I don't use DVD-X-Copy I use DVD2SVCD-Cinema Craft Encoder) and Pinnacle Instant Copy.

The new Firmware for the Lite-on reolves the media compatability issues. Just make sure if you get the Lite-on that the serial number has an 8 as the 6th digit. That has the new Chipset that Liteon is using. It is actually the 451S even though the box says 411S. If it doesnt have the 8 as the 6th digit you are getting the inferior chipset.
As far as the TDK/Plextor goes I have been reading that it can burn a DVD in about 8 min at full burn speed.

 

[osiris3mc]

Originally posted by: snedman
I would imagine it is a decent drive. Sony is getting out of the business for DVD Burners and rumor has it that they are going to put their name on Lite-on as their rebadge.

I don't use DVD-X-Copy I use DVD2SVCD-Cinema Craft Encoder) and Pinnacle Instant Copy.

The new Firmware for the Lite-on reolves the media compatability issues. Just make sure if you get the Lite-on that the serial number has an 8 as the 6th digit. That has the new Chipset that Liteon is using. It is actually the 451S even though the box says 411S. If it doesnt have the 8 as the 6th digit you are getting the inferior chipset.
As far as the TDK/Plextor goes I have been reading that it can burn a DVD in about 8 min at full burn speed.

So whadda think? Get the TDK burnder for 130 or the lite-on burner f0r 70??? I wanna go today and the stores close in an hour...help me out!

 

[snedman]

I would say TDK. If you don't like it you can still sell it used for more then you paid for it

The Plextor/TDK blows Lite-on away in all reviews. If speed is not a concern then Lite-on.

 

[snedman]

If you want the Lite-on check their website to see if the local store near you has it in stock before wasting a drive over in traffic