OWC Mercury Pro 16x External USB 3.0 Blu-Ray Reader/Writer
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OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro 16x External USB 3.0 Blu-Ray Reader/Writer for Windows and MAC

SKU: OWCMR3UBRW16 MFR: OWCMR3UBDRW16
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Key Features

  • Experience fast 16x Blu-ray read/write speeds with this OWC Mercury Pro optical drive.
  • Archive your important files with M-DISC support for long-lasting digital storage solutions.
  • Enjoy broad compatibility; this external drive works seamlessly with both Windows and Mac.
  • Utilize the USB 3.0 interface for quick data transfers and efficient workflow optimization.
  • Create custom video and audio discs; supports CD, DVD, and Blu-ray media formats.
  • Get everything you need; includes cables, power supply, and two Blu-Ray media discs.
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Shopper : What software is needed to burn bluray/DVD? Does it come installed?John Y : Currently, it uses native or third-party software for burning DVD's (visit the OWC website for support, drivers, updates, etc.) You may need to purchase something like Toast Titanium to burn DVD & Blu-ray discs.ANDREW R : Per the tech specs, this unit includes the following: "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"
Shopper : What kind of DVD CD those it play?ANDREW R : Supported Formats BD-ROM (SL/DL), BD-RE (SL/DL), BD-R (SL/DL), DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD-R (SL/DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R (SL/DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-ROM, XA-Ready, CD-I, Photo-CD (Single Multi-Session), Video-CD, CD-Audio Disc, Mixed Mode, CD-ROM (Data and Audio), CD-R, CD-RW
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Lawrence E : The reviews I read indicated that this is the kind of blue ray drive I want.DANIEL H : I own one of these already and it's rock solid. The stainless steel enclosure has incredible build quality, I could probably back over it with my car. It also makes for great heat dissipation. I'm ordering this one for a friend as a Christmas present.PETER G : RecommendedLAUREN C : Ripping CDs and dvds and permanent archive of photosKENNETH M : The positive reviews.PATRICK R : I want to burn high quality music CD's for my father.

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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

  • Compatibility

    Windows and Mac

  • 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 WH16NS40 16X 5.25" Internal Blu-ray Disc 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

    Super Multi Blue Internal SATA 16x Blu-ray Disc Rewriter

  • 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

    4MB

  • LG Super Multi Blue:Mounting Orientation

    Horizontal / Vertical

  • LG Super Multi Blue: RoHS Compliant

    Yes

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Access Time

    BD-ROM: 180ms typ.
    DVD-ROM: 160ms typ.
    DVD-RAM: 180ms typ.
    CD-ROM: 150ms typ.

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Supported Formats

    BD-ROM (SL/DL), BD-RE (SL/DL), BD-R (SL/DL), DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD-R (SL/DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R (SL/DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-ROM, XA-Ready, CD-I, Photo-CD (Single & Multi-Session), Video-CD, CD-Audio Disc, Mixed Mode, CD-ROM (Data and Audio), CD-R, CD-RW

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Data Capacity

    128GB: Blu-ray Quad Layer
    50GB: Blu-ray Double Layer
    25GB: Blu-ray
    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: M-DISC Support

    Yes: M-DISC DVD / Blu-ray engraving / burning requires M-DISC specific media (available separately)

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Read Speeds

    BD-ROM: 12X
    BD-R: 12X
    BD-RE: 8X
    BD-ROM (Dual Layer): 8X
    BD-R (Dual Layer): 8X
    BD-RE (Dual Layer): 6X
    BD-R (Triple Layer): 6X
    BD-R (Quad Layer: )6X
    DVD-RAM5XDVD-R: 16X
    DVD+R: 16X
    DVD-R (Dual Layer): 12X
    DVD+R (Dual Layer): 12X
    DVD-RW: 12X
    DVD+RW: 12X
    DVD-ROM: 16X
    DVD-ROM (Dual Layer): 12X
    CD-ROM: 48X
    CD-R: 48X
    CD-RW: 40X

  • LG Super Multi Blue: Write Speeds

    BD-R: 16X
    BD-RE: 2X
    BD-R (Dual Layer): 12X
    BD-R (Triple Layer): 12X
    BD-R (Quad Layer): 6X
    BD-RE (Dual Layer): 2X
    BD-RE (Triple Layer): 2X
    M-DISC/+M: 4X
    DVD-RAM: 5X
    DVD-R: 16X
    DVD+R: 16X
    DVD-R (Dual Layer): 8X
    DVD+R (Dual Layer): 8X
    DVD-RW: 6X
    DVD+RW: 8X
    CD-R: 48X
    CD-RW: 24X

  • LG Super Multi Blue: System Requirements

    Mac: Mac OS X 10.6 or higher
    Available 5.25" drive bay and SATA connection
    Burning software that supports Blu-ray, such as Toast.
    At this time Commercial Blue-ray movie playback not supported in OS X
    Minimum of 1GB of RAM
    30GB or more available hard drive space (60GB for Blu-ray Disc authoring)

  • 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 172mm (1.63 x 5.75 x 6.77")
    Mercury Pro: 5.2 x 16.6 x 21.0cm (2.05 x 6.54 x 8.27")

  • Weight

    LG Super Multi Blue: 0.8kg (1.76lbs)
    Mercury Pro: With Drive: 2.6kg (5.73lbs)
    Without Drive: 1.8kg (3.97lbs)

  • UPC Code

    812437022612

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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.

Before you consider any other optical drive, take a moment to explore the Mercury Pro 16x External USB 3.0 Blu-Ray Reader/Writer. This high-tech device is designed to seamlessly integrate into your workflow, whether you're using a Windows or MAC operating system. The Mercury Pro is not just a Blu-Ray reader/writer; it's a versatile tool that can handle multiple types of media, including CD, DVD, and the archival-quality M-Disc.

Housed in a sleek, durable aluminum chassis, this modern device is more than just a pretty face. It's designed for quiet, fanless operation, ensuring that your work environment remains peaceful and distraction-free. The high-speed USB 3.0 interface ensures rapid data transfer and playback of optical media, making your tasks more efficient and less time-consuming.

One of the standout features of the Mercury Pro is its compatibility with M-DISC, the gold standard for long-term data storage. M-DISC uses a unique, rock-like layer to permanently store data, protecting it from degradation, light, humidity, and temperature changes for over 1,000 years. With the Mercury Pro, you can engrave your data into this layer, creating a permanent archive that you can read forever.

Like all products from OWC, the Mercury Pro is built to the highest standards of reliability and performance. It's rigorously quality tested to ensure that it meets your needs and exceeds your expectations. Whether you're archiving important data or simply enjoying your favorite media, the Mercury Pro 16x External USB 3.0 Blu-Ray Reader/Writer is a stylish, modern, and durable choice that delivers every time.

OWC / Other World Computing Mercury Pro Reader/Writer Features

  • High-tech 16x External USB 3.0 Blu-Ray Reader/Writer compatible with Windows and MAC
  • Sleek and durable design with a quiet, fanless operation
  • High-speed USB 3.0 interface for rapid data transfer and media playback
  • Versatile multi-media handling, including Blu-Ray, CD, DVD, and M-Disc
  • Archival-quality M-DISC compatibility for long-term data storage
  • Rigorously quality tested for optimal reliability and performance

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Key Features

  • Experience fast 16x Blu-ray read/write speeds with this OWC Mercury Pro optical drive.
  • Archive your important files with M-DISC support for long-lasting digital storage solutions.
  • Enjoy broad compatibility; this external drive works seamlessly with both Windows and Mac.
  • Utilize the USB 3.0 interface for quick data transfers and efficient workflow optimization.
  • Create custom video and audio discs; supports CD, DVD, and Blu-ray media formats.
  • Get everything you need; includes cables, power supply, and two Blu-Ray media discs.

What's in the box:

  • Other World Computing Mercury Pro 16x External USB 3.0 Blu-Ray Reader/Writer
  • 24 " USB 3.0 (Standard-A to Standard-B)
  • External Power Supply
  • Power Cable
  • 2x Philips 4X BD-R Blu-Ray Media in Case
  • User Guide
  • Other World Computing 1 Year Limited Warranty