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OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro 24x DVD and 48x CD External USB 3.0 Read/Write Solution for Windows and MAC

SKU: OWCMR3USD24 MFR: OWCMR3USD24
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Key Features

  • Experience fast data transfers with the external USB 3.0 OWC Mercury Pro read/write solution.
  • Burn DVDs and CDs quickly with the 24x DVD and 48x CD write speeds for efficient archiving.
  • Enjoy broad compatibility; this optical drive works with Windows XP or later and Mac OS X 10.6+.
  • The OWC Mercury Pro supports a variety of formats, including DVD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and DVD+/-RW.
  • Archive important files or create media backups with the reliable OWC external DVD/CD drive.
  • Benefit from the included software for Mac and Windows, making disc labeling and backups easy.
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john r : Is this drive very quiet while in operation? Interested in mating it with a raspberry pi audio transport via usb to play cd’s in real-time.
Shopper : The USB port on my MacBook Pro is 2.0. Will this work with it?JOE F : Yes, it works with my 2012 IMac with 2.0 usb connections.Ronald B : The two connections are not compatible. There are adaptors to connect USB 2.0 to USB 3.0. I do not know how performance might be affected.
Shopper : Is this a brand new item?Ronald B : Who knows - and what difference does it make? This is a good product; no special downloads or cables needed to get it active. Just plug in the power cord, insert the USB cable to your PC or MAC, and you're off and running. Buy it!John Y : Yes, the one I purchased from Adorama was brand new. It works with USB 3.0 and the current Windows and Mac operating systems.

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2021-03-16T10:09:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Great cd/dvd device

Excellent external cd/dvd read/write device. Quality construction and very quiet.

ACCOUNTS P.

2020-09-24T22:42:32

Rated 4 out of 5

LG inside a mercury case...

Good product

Dorian P.

2019-07-26T11:03:48

Rated 5 out of 5

I’m supposed to fill out this box called “Review title” in no more than 150 characters - but I really don’t know what a Review title is.

Nothing to dislike about this product. Take it out of the box, attach it to your desktop (for me, MacMini) via the USB cable provided, plug it in with the power cord that comes with it, and voila … it works! I also highly recommend Adorama. I received this product around 36 hours after ordering it.

Ronald B.

2018-06-29T15:28:41

Rated 5 out of 5

It works

It works, what else does it need to do?

Carl Z.

2018-03-16T09:36:08

Rated 5 out of 5

Just a pleasure photographer. Fully retired and love it.

Have not had much time to spare on the new External R/W Drive. I used it load my wireless printer and to load a Microsoft Word, 2007 program which I had one license left. It was simple to do with this fast drive.

RONALD S.

2017-09-01T11:55:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent for all your burning & playing needs

Since the demise of any the internal CD/DVD/Player/Burner in the Mac, I've been on the search to find a solid (fast) alternative...I've found it and couldn't be happier!! OWC never fails to deliver ????

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OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro Reader/Writer Specifications

  • Mercury Pro: Software Requirements

    OS: OS X 10.6 or later
    Windows XP or later
    Driver: Driver not required

  • Mercury Pro: Hardware Requirements

    Minimum: Mac or PC featuring USB 2.0 interface
    Recommended (Best Performance): Mac or PC featuring USB 3.0 interface

  • Mercury Pro: Interface (Chipset)

    1x USB 3.0 (ASMedia ASM1053E)

  • Mercury Pro: Standard Mechanism

    LG GH24NSC0B 24X 5.25" Internal DVD/CD Rewriter

  • Mercury Pro: Power Supply

    Internal UL-listed, universal auto-switching
    AC input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz
    DC output: 12V, 3A
    Replacement power supply sold separately
    Adapter plugs for international use sold separately

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Drive Type

    Internal DVD/CD Writer

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Form Factor

    5.25" Desktop

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Interface

    SATA

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Loading Mechanism

    Tray

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Bezel Color

    Black

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Buffer Memory

    0.5MB

  • LG Super Multi Blue:Mounting Orientation

    Horizontal / Vertical

  • LG Super Multi Blue: RoHS Compliant

    Yes

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Access Time

    DVD-ROM: 145ms typ.
    CD-ROM: 125ms typ.

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Supported Formats

    DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD+/-R (SL/DL), DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM, M-DISC, CD-R/RW/ROM, CD-DA, Video CD

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Data Capacity

    8.5GB : DVD General Use Double Layer
    4.6GB : DVD General Use
    700MB : 79 minute CD
    650MB : 74 minute CD
    550MB : 63 minute CD

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Read Speeds

    DVD-RAM: 5X
    DVD-R: 16X
    DVD+R: 16X
    DVD-R (Dual Layer): 12X
    DVD+R (Dual Layer): 12X
    DVD-RW: 13X
    DVD+RW: 13X
    DVD-ROM: 16X
    DVD-ROM (Dual Layer): 12X
    CD-ROM: 48X
    CD-R: 48X
    CD-RW: 40X

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Write Speeds

    DVD-RAM: 5X
    DVD-R: 24X
    DVD+R: 24X
    DVD-R DL: 8X
    DVD+R DL: 8X
    DVD-RW: 6X
    DVD+RW: 8X
    CD-R: 48X
    CD-RW: 24X

  • LG Super Multi Blue: PC Requirements

    Compatible with any PC system running Windows 2000 or later with a SATA drive interface. Please see your burning software application manufacturer's website for specific support of this drive mechanism

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Mac Requirements

    Compatible with any Mac Pro system with a SATA interface. The 'Woodcrest' or 'Harpertown' Mac Pro uses an IDE interface and is not compatible with this drive.
    DVD Player Support: Mac OS X 10.3 (all versions) - DVD player works perfectly
    Mac OS X previous to OS X 10.3 - DVD player not supported
    Mac OS 9 or earlier - DVD player not supported

  • Software Included

    Smile DiscLabel for Mac OS X 10.4 or later
    ProSoft Engineering Data Backup 3 for Mac OS X 10.4 or later
    NovaStor NovaBACKUP for Windows 7

  • Operating Temperature

    LG Super Multi Blue: 5 to 45 deg. C (41 to 113 deg. F)
    Mercury Pro: 5 to 42 deg. C (41 to 108 deg. F)

  • Non-Operating Temperature

    LG Super Multi Blue: -30 to 60 deg. C (-22 to 140 deg. F)
    Mercury Pro: -40 to 65 deg. C (-40 to 149 deg. F)

  • Operating Humidity

    LG Super Multi Blue: 15% to 80% R.H.

  • Non-Operating Humidity

    LG Super Multi Blue: 10% to 90 % R.H.

  • Dimensions (H x W x L)

    LG Super Multi Blue: 41.3 x 146 x 165mm (1.63 x 5.75 x 6.50")
    Mercury Pro: 5.2 x 16.6 x 21.0cm (2.05 x 6.54 x 8.27")

  • Weight

    LG Super Multi Blue:0.7kg (1.54lbs)
    Mercury Pro: With Drive: 2.6kg (5.73lbs)
    Without Drive: 1.8kg (3.97lbs)

  • UPC Code

    812437022605

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About OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro Reader/Writer

FEATURED REVIEWS

Excellent for all your burning & playing needs

By GARY T.

Since the demise of any the internal CD/DVD/Player/Burner in the Mac, I've been on the search to find a solid (fast) alternative...I've found it and couldn't be happier!! OWC never fails to deliver ????

Great cd/dvd device

By ACCOUNTS P.

Excellent external cd/dvd read/write device. Quality construction and very quiet.

The All-New Desktop Optical

Configured For Your Workflow
Now with an updated design, Mercury Pro is the premier drive to bring optical media back to your workflow. With a sleek, durable aluminum chassis and high-speed USB 3.0 interface, Mercury Pro delivers reliable performance that matches its good looks. It's cooler, quieter and better than ever.

• Sleek, durable aluminum chassis
• Quiet, fanless operation
• High-speed USB 3.0 interface
• Archive quality M-DISC compatibility

Universal USB 3.0 Connectivity
The new Mercury Pro is plug-and-play compatible with both Mac and PC workflows, making it your versatile premium optical drive. With high-speed USB 3.0 connectivity, playback of optical media, data transfer and archive all happen as fast as possible, with bandwidth to spare.

The Perfect Long-Term Archive Solution
M-DISC sets the standard for long-term safe data storage and the new Mercury Pro supports this revolutionary format, making it the ideal solution for reliable long-term backup and archiving. M-DISC is an archival-quality storage solution that protects your data from degradation and loss for 1,000 years or more. M-DISCs use a proprietary layer made from inorganic, rock-like material for permanent data storage, protected from data rot and extremes of light, humidity and temperature change. Because the M-DISC ready Mercury Pro engraves the data into this layer, write once and read forever.

Reliability And Support You Can Count On
Like all OWC drives, the Mercury Pro is built to the highest standards of reliability and performance. Because OWC's goal is always 100% reliability, it's rigorously quality tested and backed by their 1 year warranty and 24/7 Customer Support.

Key Features

  • Experience fast data transfers with the external USB 3.0 OWC Mercury Pro read/write solution.
  • Burn DVDs and CDs quickly with the 24x DVD and 48x CD write speeds for efficient archiving.
  • Enjoy broad compatibility; this optical drive works with Windows XP or later and Mac OS X 10.6+.
  • The OWC Mercury Pro supports a variety of formats, including DVD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and DVD+/-RW.
  • Archive important files or create media backups with the reliable OWC external DVD/CD drive.
  • Benefit from the included software for Mac and Windows, making disc labeling and backups easy.

What's in the box:

  • Other World Computing Mercury Pro 24x DVD and 48x CD External USB 3.0 Read/Write Solution
  • 24 " USB 3.0 (Standard-A to Standard-B)
  • External Power Supply
  • Power Cable
  • User Guide
  • Other World Computing 1 Year Limited Warranty