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TRUSTED PROTECTION PLANS, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

Invest In Your Gear and Peace Of Mind!

Accidents happen. Protect your favorite Adorama products and purchase a protection plan to stay covered from accidental damage, mechanical or electrical failures, and more.

Repair or Replacement

Repair or Replacement

If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.

Accidental Damage

Accidental Damage

Protect your product from drops, spills, and more.

Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!

Failure Protection

Failure Protection

When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.

Zero Deductible

Zero Deductible

We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.

Customer-Focused Support

Customer-Focused Support

Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.

Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for international or U.S. territories purchases. Plans on open box items do not cover pre-existing damage.
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Pioneer Electronics BDR-XD08 Specifications

  • Color

    Sunset Gold

  • Key Features

    M-DISC compatible
    PureRead 4 + & PureRead 3 +
    Custom Eco function
    Easy Setting
    Pioneer BD Drive Utility
    BDXL compatible

  • Operating System

    Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, OS X El Capitan 10.11, macOS Sierra 10.12, macOS High Sierra 10.13, macOS Mojave 10.14, macOS Catalina 10.15, macOS Big Sur 11, macOS Monterey 12, macOS Ventura 13

  • Processor

    Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 (2.66MHz), AMD Phenom 9450 (2.1GHz) or faster

  • Video

    Intel G45, NVIDIA GeForce 8600GT, AMD Radeon HD2600 or faster

  • Display

    HDCP compliant display required for Blu-ray playback, 1024 x 768 minimum display resolution
    External Display: HDMI 2.0a and HDCP 2.2 compatible, 4K display (3840 x 2160 minimum display resolution), HDR compatible (Incompatible display reproduces HDR contents with HDR>SDR format.)

  • Memory

    2GB RAM required for Blu-ray playback, 3GB RAM or greater recommended for editing HD video

  • Hard Disk Space

    5GB available space minimum, 128GB or more available space required for creating Quadruple Layer (QL) Blu-ray Discs

  • Write Support BD

    BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-R TL, BD-R QL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE TL, BD-R LTH, M-DISC(BD)SL, M-DISC(BD)DL, M-DISC(BD)TL

  • Write Support DVD

    DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, HighSpeed DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, M-DISC (DVD)

  • Write Support CD

    CD-R, UltraSpeed+CD-RW, UltraSpeed CD-RW, HighSpeed CD-RW, CD-RW

  • Read Support BD

    BD-ROM, BD-ROM DL, BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-R TL, BD-R QL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE TL, BD-R LTH, M-DISC(BD)SL, M-DISC(BD)DL, M-DISC(BD)TL

  • Read Support DVD

    DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, M-DISC(DVD)

  • Read Support CD

    CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, Photo CD, Video CD, CD-DA, CD-Extra, CD-Text, CD-R, CD-RW

  • Interface

    USB 3.2 Gen1/3.1 Gen1/3.0/2.0 (USB Type-C)

  • Maximum Write Speed (BD)

    BD-R: 6x
    BD-R DL: 6x
    BD-R TL: 4x
    BD-R QL: 4x
    BD-R (LTH): 6x
    BD-RE: 2x
    BD-RE DL: 2x
    BD-RE TL: 2x
    M-DISC(BD) SL: 4x
    M-DISC(BD) DL: 6x
    M-DISC(BD) TL: 4x

  • Maximum Write Speed (DVD)

    DVD-R: 8x
    DVD-R DL: 6x
    DVD-RW: 6x
    DVD+R: 8x
    DVD+R DL: 6x
    DVD+RW: 8x
    DVD-RAM: 5x
    M-DISC(DVD): 4x

  • Maximum Write Speed (CD)

    CD-R: 24x
    CD-RW: 24x

  • Maximum Read Speed (BD)

    BD-ROM: 6x
    BD-ROM DL: 6x
    BD-R: 6x
    BD-R DL: 6x
    BD-R TL/QL: 4x
    BD-R(LTH): 6x
    BD-RE: 6x
    BD-RE DL: 6x
    BD-RE TL: 4x
    M-DISC(BD) SL: 6x
    M-DISC(BD) DL: 6x
    M-DISC(BD) TL: 4x

  • Maximum Read Speed (DVD)

    DVD-ROM: 8x
    DVD-ROM DL: 8x
    DVD-R: 8x
    DVD-R DL: 8x
    DVD-RW: 8x
    DVD+R: 8x
    DVD+R DL: 8x
    DVD+RW: 8x
    DVD-RAM: 5x
    M-DISC(DVD): 8x

  • Maximum Read Speed (CD)

    CD-ROM: 24x
    CD-R: 24x
    CD-RW: 24x

  • Data Buffer

    4MB

  • Mounting Orientation

    The drive can only be used on a horizontal surface (desk, table, etc.)

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    5.23 x 0.58 x 5.23" (133 x 14.8 x 133mm)

  • Weight

    8.11 oz (230g)

  • UPC Code

    884938501590

About Pioneer Electronics BDR-XD08

How about a portable, slim, and lightweight Blu-Ray BD/DVD/CD writer that not only complements your PC's aesthetics but also enhances your multimedia experience The BDR-XD08 USB 3.2 Gen1 Slim Portable Blu-Ray BD/DVD/CD Writer in Sunset Gold is a perfect blend of style and functionality.

Designed with a clamshell body, this device allows easy disc insertion and removal, even in tight spaces. Weighing just 230g (0.51 lb), it's about the size of a CD case, making it a convenient companion for your PC.

The BDR-XD08 comes with a reversible L-shaped USB cable, ensuring easy placement to the left or right of your PC. It also includes a Type-C conversion cable for effortless connection to PCs equipped with Type-C connectors.

This device is not just about convenience; it's also about enhancing your multimedia experience. It features PureRead 3+, a unique function that minimizes error data interpolation when ripping audio CDs. This feature uses an original algorithm to detect disc state, adjust the read method, and re-read the disc, ensuring a better music experience.

The BDR-XD08 also boasts an Advanced Quiet Drive Feature that reduces drive noise, making your audio CD listening or movie watching experience more enjoyable. It offers three modes - Quiet Mode, Persistent Quiet Mode, and Performance Mode - that you can choose from according to your needs.

The device is compatible with large-capacity BDXL and M-DISC for long-term data archiving, supporting up to 4x writing on BD-R Triple Layer(TL) discs and Quadruple Layer(QL) discs.

The BDR-XD08 is also equipped with a Custom Eco function that helps reduce the drive's power consumption, making it an eco-friendly choice.

The device comes with CyberLink Media Suite 10 for Windows OS, a comprehensive software suite that includes BD/DVD playback, disc writing, video editing, label design & printing, photo editing, audio editing for video, and color editing for video.

In summary, the BDR-XD08 USB 3.2 Gen1 Slim Portable Blu-Ray BD/DVD/CD Writer in Sunset Gold is a compact, stylish, and feature-packed device that offers a superior multimedia experience.

Pioneer Electronics BDR-XD08 Features

  • PureRead 3+
  • Compatible with the USB 3.2 Gen1 standard for high-speed data transfer and stable power supply
  • Ultra-lightweight 230 g (0.51 lb) and portable clamshell type drive
  • Long-term data protection with M-DISC
  • Type-C conversion cable included
  • Windows 11 / macOS Monterey 12 / macOS Ventura 13 Compatible
  • Windows Software, CyberLink Media Suite 10 is included. (available for download free of charge)

Key Features

  • Compact and lightweight Blu-Ray BD/DVD/CD writer, ideal for on-the-go use
  • Clamshell body design for easy disc insertion and removal in tight spaces
  • PureRead 3+ feature for enhanced audio CD ripping experience
  • Advanced Quiet Drive Feature reduces drive noise for a more enjoyable multimedia experience
  • Compatible with large-capacity BDXL and M-DISC for long-term data archiving
  • Includes CyberLink Media Suite 10 for comprehensive multimedia editing and playback on Windows OS

What's in the box:

  • Pioneer BDR-XD08 USB 3.2 Gen1 Slim Portable Blu-Ray BD/DVD/CD Writer (Sunset Gold)
  • L-Shaped USB-A Cable
  • USB-A to C Converter Cable
  • CyberLink Media Suite 10 Software Bundle for Windows
  • Application Download Key
  • Pioneer 1 Year Limited Warranty