Description
The Plextor PX-708A delivers the fastest performance in dual formats: 8X DVD+R write, 4X DVD-R write, 4X DVD+RW rewrite, 2X DVD-RW rewrite, and 12X DVD-ROM read. In addition to recording, rewriting and reading DVD discs in dual formats, the PX-708A supports 40X CD-R write, 24X CD-RW rewrite and 40X CD-ROM read speeds. All in one drive. Create a 4.7 GB disc on DVD media in about 8 minutes. You won't find a better DVD recordable drive to create, edit and share customized DVDs and CDs with friends and family using video, photo, audio and data. Capture, archive, organize and personalize your home movies and photos on DVD, VCD, mini DVD and SVCD. Create photo slide shows, complete with transitions and music. Burn your photos to Video CD to play on most DVD players. You can also back up and archive 4.7 GB on a single-sided recordable DVD disc or create photo albums for viewing with DVD players and much more.
Quick Glance
Type of Drive: DVD-Writer
Internal/External: Internal
Interface: 1 x Mini-phone Stereo Headphone, 1 x 40-pin IDC EIDE/ATAPI, 1 x 2-pin S/PDIF, 1 x 4-pin MPC Audio Line Out
Summary
Product Title: Plextor PX-708A DVD-Writer
Manufacturer: Plextor
Power Score: 4.6 | 30 Reviews
Unit Type
Type of Drive: DVD-Writer
Internal/External: Internal
General
Class: Cd-Rom
Category: DVD
Load Type: Tray
Performance
Maximum DVD Read Speed: 12x
Maximum DVD Write Speed: 8x
Maximum DVD Rewrite Speed: 4x
Maximum CD Read Speed: 40x
Maximum CD Write Speed: 40x
Maximum CD Rewrite Speed: 24x
Interface Type: 1 x Mini-phone Stereo Headphone, 1 x 40-pin IDC EIDE/ATAPI, 1 x 2-pin S/PDIF, 1 x 4-pin MPC Audio Line Out
Cache Size: 2 MB
Dimensions
Height: 1.63 in
Width: 5.75 in
Depth: 7.48 in
Weight: 2.65 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Strengths: Easy to use. Works great (fast with no errors).
Weakness: None so far.
This dvd burner replaces a similar LiteOn product (that went back to the store). The Plextor has no problems writing to the same type of disks that the LiteOn made nothing but coasters out of. Also the Plextor is easier to use. I read one review that said the Plextor 708A got hot, but mine doesn't, not even slightly. Thank you Plextor, for making such a great product.
Strengths: easy to install fast and trouble free cd and dvd burns
Weakness: does not work with older Nero
I installed this drive in about 20 minutes . Loaded up the newest version of Nero and I was on my way. I did not bother loading the Roxio software that came with it as I never cared for any of their products. burned a full cd in acouple minutes and a DVD +r in about 8-10 minutes. I highly reccomend this burner. Got it for 217 shipped from AccuPC.
Strengths: Easy installation, FAST speeds, multiple formats
Weakness: None found
I have had 2 Plextor CD burners and they were flawless - I am seeing the same wonderful outcomes from this drive as well! With the price under $200 - it's an awesome buy!
Strengths: Everything/Large DVD+R/W DVD-R/w compatability
Weakness: Nothing.
Have had absolutely no trouble with this drive from day 1. Burns on all media thrown at it, including cheap media as well as higher quality media. Works extremely well with Princo DVD-R and all DVD+R. My friend bought a liteon and since seeing my drive in action and burning the discs (quite a large range as well) that the liteon rejected, he has been regretting buying a cheaper brand and saving a...
Strengths: Fast, reliable, burns anything I throw at it.
Weakness: None so far.
Plextor has always made great burners, and this one is no exception. It is quiet, fast, and I have yet to burn a single coaster. This the Mercedes of DVD burners. You get what you pay for.
Strengths: Burns great, ultra reliable and it will read anything.
Weakness: None
Great drive, for the time i used is i never got a coaster. Plextor has set in for me as a very good company for optical drives. My next drive will be plextor again!
Strengths: easy to instal, burns fast en reliable cds and dvds. very good bufferprotection ...
Weakness: Burned movie tot tdk dvd+r 4x at 8x speed with nero. Burning went smooth, but when movie played bad quality. Burned again at 4x and was perfect.
Very good writer, probably one of the best you can buy. When you buy it, buy it as OEM version because the software you get with it sucks.
Strengths: Supports multiple formats, burns very fast, made DVD backups without any problems. Replacing a 2.4x +RW Sony that had many problems.
Weakness: None so far.
I am very satisfied with the Plextor drive so far. I've used it with DVD X Copy to make DVD backups and it works great. No coasters and no problems. Installation was a snap.
Strengths: Solid design and construction (It does'nt look cheap); fast, stable and less noisy
Weakness: None
I've always been partial to Plextor, base on it's history of excellence in optical drive design and construction. I have used Plextor drives for years and have always had positive experience with them. This particular drive represents the latest in technology this inovative company can muster. Sure Sony introduced a very fast DVD writer (which I also own and operate), however, it's speed was...
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Plextor PX-708A DVD-Writer
Strengths: (when it works) burn speed
Weakness: reliability
I had been happly burning DVD's when one day a burn took over an hour, then the second burn errored out after 30 min. Plextor says check DMA, and use good media. I used Plextors own Media that was included, bought more Maxell and TDK Checked DMA, still the DVD burner burns at .9x to 1x. Plextor does not seem like they want repair the burner under warranty. I spent over $150 a few months back and...
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