Plextor INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX-708A/SW )

Average customer rating:

Very Disappointed

Product Support - Lack of

ALWAYS works even with low cost media

Slow but Quality Burning

Seriously disappointed

Plextor INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX-708A/SW )

Manufacturer: Plextor
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

CD-ROM Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Up to $200 | by Price | Gifts | Specialty Stores | Computers Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Memorex 4.7GB 4x DVD-R Media (10-Pack)

Fellowes Nylon CD Wallet (224-Disc Capacity)

Memorex 4.7GB 4x DVD+R Media (25-Pack Spindle)

Fellowes 50-Pack Slim Jewel Cases- Colors Holds One CD/DVD And Booklet

Plextor DIGITAL VIDEO CONVERTER ( PX-M401U/SW )

Product Features:

8-in-1 Combo drive

Internal E-IDE (ATAPI) interface

Powerful Roxio Software incl.

Includes Roxio Easy CD & DVD Creator 6, Roxio PhotoSuite 5 SE, Roxio DVDMax Player, Dantz Retrospect (30-day trial version), and Toast 5 Lite

Compatible with Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP

ASIN: B0000AZJXV

Product 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. That's 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.

Customer Reviews:

Very Disappointed.......2006-02-01

I purchased Plextor for what I thought was a quality product. However, now after about 18 months of not very heavy use it has failed (I can no longer burn a DVD). So, while it worked better than a previous SONY DVD writer (it never burned a single DVD) the Plextor has not lived up to my expectations. So I cannot recommend it.

Product Support - Lack of.......2005-02-09

Quality appearance of unit is excellent. However, Plextor RMA product support is severly lacking.
I own the PX-708A, among three other Plextor drives. The unit failed in less than one year. One year is the warranty period. Plextor RMA department has refused to service the unit under warranty. In addition, they state that they no longer repair their products. Their suggestion was for me to go out and buy another newer drive. Bad, bad advertisement!!
The one-star represents product support.

ALWAYS works even with low cost media.......2005-02-07

It works. It always works. It burns on ANY media. It can overcome "imperfections" in LOW LOW cost media and return a readable disc. I've never bothered with the bundled software, but I'm certainly NOT EVER going to install anything from Roxio.

Most burner review sites compare drive X to a plextor as they define the standard for high quality.

Why buy anything else?

Slow but Quality Burning.......2004-11-03

I have been nothing but satisfied with my PX-708A. It's error protection technology seems to function flawlessly, but it does slow down the burning process when enabled. If speed is what you are looking for, then look elsewhere. But if a quality, error-free burn is more important to you than speed, then this burner should please you. I have used Mitsui, Sony, and Iomega discs with this burner with no problems at all.

Seriously disappointed.......2004-09-08

I've been a big Plextor fan for years and in this case I spent extra money for the same specs, just for the Plextor name. It has always meant quality in my book. This drive installs and runs fine under win2k, but it does NOT burn at 8x. Every time I try to use 8x burning it makes a coaster.

I have used 2 versions of dvdXcopy, DVD-Cloner, Roxio and Nero 6, so I can't buy the "it's the software's fault" garbage. The media is 8x Memorex +R. When I knock it down to 4x it works fine, although I just finished making a coaster at 4x due to a buffer underrun, something that this drive is supposed to be immune to. Also, I get the same problem when trying to burn CDs at 40x, which IMO is not really a wondrous feat nowadays. I have to knock it down to 32x.

So basically it works, but for the extra money I paid (200 in Jan '04 - 60-80 clams more than the competition) I expected to get the advertised features. I'm sure someone else will come along and say that their's works fine, hence I'm clueless, but this is my experience. I burn a lot of DVDs too. My ride is an AMD 2200+ with 512 DDR400.

Plextor BLACK INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX-708A/SW-BL )

Average customer rating:

Almost Perfect Every-time
PX-708A Stopped reading / writing DVDs
Excellent Burner
Performs well, good support, one glitch
Great burner

Plextor BLACK INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX-708A/SW-BL )

Manufacturer: Plextor
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Features:

8-in-1 Combo drive
Internal E-IDE (ATAPI) interface
Powerful Roxio Software incl.
Support DVD+RW and DVD+VR format
Compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP

ASIN: B0000AZK24

Product Description

Customer Reviews:

Almost Perfect Every-time.......2006-01-08

I have had my PX 708A since Dec 2003 and it has always performed as expected with a burn speed of about 7.80X as an average for a DVD + R. I have had only a couple of coaster while writing to a CD-R at 48X. I don't know much about all the other burners but I can say this, if I call Plex Support as to how to do something, I always get a knowledgeable technical support person that speaks REAL English, and they know what you are are talking about! I don't think you can get this level of service anywhere else like the commodity supplier to include Sony, Dell, LG, HP or even Panasonic, maybe Canon but hay they don't make burners yet. People that know, know Plextor, it is usually the one setting the standard and it it is almost always the the best Optical drive you can buy,however you may have specific needs and have no need for the quality or features that Plextor offers. This unit is now dated so it should go for about fifty to seventy five bucks, buy new if you can.

PX-708A Stopped reading / writing DVDs .......2005-12-09

I owned the PX-708A for less than 2 years. It recorded DVDs with unpredictable results. After spending hours working on a DVD production and burning it with the PX-708A,it would fail during playback. Wasted many high quality DVDs. Recently wrote to Plextor to try to get my PX-708A repaired for a price, since it was out of warranty. They replied that they no longer fix opitical drives. I replied back to them how disapponted I was, since at the time I paid $218.00 for this drive. The responded, "it's out of warranty, there's nothing we can do."
Look elsewhere for someone who stands behind their product after the warranty runs out. It sure isn't Plextor.

Excellent Burner.......2004-03-26

I got this burner for christmas and its been flawless. I got a 25 pack of 4x Memorex DVD+Rs and I haven't made a coaster yet. It burns the memorex 4x at 8x speeds! Takes me around 4-8 minutes to burn a disk. Plus plextor has a very good reputation and are always updating firmware to keep up to date with the lastest DVD media.

Performs well, good support, one glitch.......2003-12-11

I discovered that the drive worked fine with DVDs but not CDs. Plextor support was excellent (returning e-mails on weekend evenings, even).

It turned out to be a known hardware defect. One annoying downside is that return shipping for warrantee support is paid for by the customer, even though the fault was with Plextor (not that this kind of return policy is unusual).

Great burner.......2003-10-09

It's fast!. With 4x media like TDK you can burn at 8x (DVD+R only). I like the option of having multiple formats, and with Plextor quality, that's even better!

Plextor 10PK INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX-708A-BPS )

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Plextor 10PK INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX-708A-BPS )

Manufacturer: Plextor
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Plextor 10PK BLK INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX708A-BPS/BL )

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Plextor 10PK BLK INT DVD+R/RW 4X/2X/12X ( PX708A-BPS/BL )

Manufacturer: Plextor
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

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SONY DCR-PC330E PAL System MiniDV Digital Camcorder

Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

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Accessories:

Sony EZEDITOR MiniDV Home Video Editing Kit for PC (Windows 98 and Higher)

Sony ACSQ950D AC/DC AC Adapter/Quick Charger for MiniDV Camcorders

Fellowes Perfect Clean Cloth

Sony VCTD580RM Remote Control Tripod for Sony MiniDV, DVD, HDR-UX1, HDR-HC1, HC5 & HC7

Vanguard MK-4 Heavy-Duty Tripod with Carrying Handle

Product Features:

USB Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick(R) Media (16MB Memory Stick(R) provided)

MPEG Movie EX Mode

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens puts 10X Optical / 120X Digital Zoom at your command

2.5 Precision SwivelScreen(TM) Hybrid Touch Panel LCD Display (211K Pixels)

Precision Color Viewfinder (180K Pixels)

ASIN: B0000ZG54A

Product Description

The PC330E is two cameras in one: a video and a still camera. This digital video camera with 2.5-inch LCD monitor has three Mega Pixel CCDs for high image quality.PRODUCT FEATURES: 1/3-inch 3.31-million-pixel advanced HAD technology CCD (effective number of pixels: 2.07 million (video) / 3.04 million (still-pictures)); Carl Zeiss lens (Vario-Sonnar T) for outstanding descriptive performance.; Optical 10x / digital 120x zoom; Hybrid LCD monitor, easy to view under bright lighting conditions, has user-friendly touch-screen functions; "Click to DVD" compatible (connected to a PC that has a DVD recorder drive); New 16: 9 wide mode; MPEG Movie EX; USB streaming; Memory Stick PRO compatible; Supplied with a newly designed remote control that is more compact.

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Take great point-and-shoot pictures with Vivitar's compact, focus-free CV-24 Lime APS camera. This little camera comes with Advanced Photo System features such as three picture formats and drop-in film cartridge loading. The real-image zoom viewfinder provides easy shot setup with bright framing. An automatic flash fires automatically with flash off/on options and red-eye reduction. It operates with two AAA batteries and is also available in a variety of different colors.

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Replace that older or non-functioning power supply in your PC with this premium power supply for heavily loaded systems, the ATXPOW350DF. This reliable 350 Watt, heavy-duty power supply is guaranteed compatible with Pentium 4 (and lower) and AMD processors and constructed from the highest quality components to ensure an extra long-life. The ATXPOW350DF provides the optimum power required for today's demanding 3D video, multi-CPU applications and additional drives. 2 d ball-bearing, automatic temperature control fans ensure plenty of air circulation and a superior EMI/RFI power filtration system is used to provide system components with clean, stable power. Low noise/ripple as well as short circuit protection are additional reasons why the ATXPOW350DF is the ultimate power supply for system stability.

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350W ATX 12V P4 Power Supply

Manufacturer: STARTECH.COM
ProductGroup: CE

Product Description

MODEL- ATXPOW350DF VENDOR- STARTECH.COM LTD FEATURES- 350W ATX12V P4 Power Supply - Dual Fan Replace that older or non-functioning power supply in your PC with this premium power supply for heavily loaded systems the ATXPOW350DF. This reliable 350 Watt heavy-duty power supply is guaranteed compatible with Pentium 4 (and lower) and AMD processors and constructed from the highest quality components to ensure an extra long-life. The ATXPOW350DF provides the optimum power required for today s demanding 3D video multi-CPU applications and additional drives. 2 d ball-bearing automatic temperature control fans ensure plenty of air circulation and a superior EMI/RFI power filtration system is used to provide system components with clean stable power. Low noise/ripple as well as short circuit protection are additional reasons why the ATXPOW350DF is the ultimate power supply for system stability. * Two ball bearing temperature controlled smart fans * Ideal for PCs with Pentium III Pentium 4 & AMD Athlon processors. * Additional drive power connectors for connecting several drives. * Premium EMI/RFI filter improves power stability * Super heavy-duty transformer for longer life * ATX version 2.03 and ATX12V compliant * TX3 Fan sensor connector allows the fan speed and operation status to be monitored though the system motherboard monitor. * Gold color for attractive appearance in showcase systems.

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A more powerful compact, reflector telescope for serious beginners or intermediate-level astronomy enthusiast. Magnification: 500x. Telescope Type: Reflector. Mount: Equatorial 1. Eye Pieces: (1.25") MA20 (50x), MA10 (100x), SR4mm (250x). Finderscope: Red Dot StarPointer. Metallic Midnight Blue Finish. Adjustable aluminum tripod. Objective Lens Diameter: 114mm. Focal Ratio: F/9. Barlow: 2x. Weight: 25.6 lbs. Included Accessories: Tasco SkyWatch CD-ROM with 10,000 Object database, moon filter.

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ThinkPad R series notebooks are the best blend of portability and essential features with an attractive entry price. These notebooks are for frequently mobile users who want easy, ready-to-run computing. ThinkPad R series are packed with performance features, including a sleek design, a choice of large and bright TFT displays and the power of Intel processors - all at an affordable price.The expanded range of IBM ThinkPad R40 models gives you more choices than ever. Whether it's processor power, display size, or connectivity, you can choose the right balance of portability, strength and affordability for all your mobile users - and their varied needs. IBM ThinkPad R40 models feature ThinkPad UltraNav multi-pointing system. It combines the latest full-function TrackPoint pointing device with an IBM -customized touch pad. Designed using detailed research and analysis, this innovative tool lets you work the way you want. All ThinkPad R40 notebooks include the IBM UltraConnect antenna built into both sides of the display for enhanced signal strength when used with IBM wireless-compatible options.

Product Description

SMART Modular Technologies is a specialist in memory modules in SIMM, DIMM, SO-DIMM, Rambus RIMM and custom form factors that utilize the latest DRAM, SRAM and Flash memory technologies. Because of this focus and concentration, SMART provides precision response to customer requirements. Design simulation, PCB design, surface mount technology and test are all experiencing rapid technological changes in response to rapid changes to higher density, higher operating frequency, lower voltages and smaller packages in memory ICs. SMART's leading-edge technology continues to provide both standard and custom solutions for its customers.

Product Description

Take the fun of a gaming console, cross it with the power of a high-end PDA, integrate with MP3 player, photo viewer and videos and you've got Zodiac. It's the perfect combination of functionality, technology and portability in a sleek package you'll want to take everywhere. The charcoal gray Zodiac2 mobile entertainment console comes with 128MB of RAM, a USB/power cable, earbuds, wrist strap and a flip cover. Also included is a CD containing Palm Desktop Software, applications for Personal Information Management, MP3 playback, video playback, image viewing, word processing, graphing calculator and web browsing (requires compatible mobile phone with data service). And, of course, games. Stunt Car Extreme and AcidSolitaire are included to get you started.

Customer Reviews:

Awesome.......2007-07-25

I love this product, it works really well and fun to mess around with. I am just in love with this i was thinking about a psp for a while but after this i threw that right out of my head. Zodiac 2 is deff. worth it.

Spectacular PDA and game device.......2007-07-18

I was in the market for a PDA and most of the products I found were either too pricey with functions I really did not need or were just plain PDA's with a bunch of regular applications. I got to thinking that it would be really cool to have a PDA that could run DOS applications and Games or even stuff off the old Amiga and Commodore. After a few hours of research I stumbled upon the GeoFox and the Zodiac. The Zodiac does run a lot of games ported over from other platforms. There are not too many titles but it had enough titles like GoldenAxe and Altered Beast to grab my attention. There were a few brand new Zodiacs on ebay- quite cheap. I picked one up and now, I am happily running Doom, Spyhunter, StuntCar and have atleast 5 more games that I have not tried yet. That being said, you get the gaming power along with all the stuff you see in the regular old PDA's that every guy on the bus is carrying.

I plan to try playing Flashback next. It's an absolute pity that this product did not succeed commercially. Too few people understood what exactly this could do. BTW, you can also browse the internet just fine using this - you'll need to buy some addons however. Buy a 2gig SD card along with this and carry a whole lot of data along with you. Almost all of it is freeware.

I think this is one of the best PDAs........2007-05-12

I've marked 5 stars, because the PDA has a large screen, a large memory, a synthesizer chip, stereo speakers, 2 SD cards slots and an analogue controller. This strongly-built electronic organizer has a great abilites in variety of field --- multimedia playing, business and scientific calculation etc ---.

Good but far from perfect........2007-05-06

Pros> Good Screen size and resolution. Decent processing power. Analog Stick, Thin and light, Intuitive custom interface based on palm os5.
Cons> Battery life not as good as expected (considering it has dual LiIon batteries) you can get about 4 hours of audio playback with screen off, around 2 hour and a half playing or watching videos and around 7 hours reading ebooks (not continuously). When charge gets to around 20% it will disable SD slots to preserve energy. Some buttons are hard to press. Manufacturer went out of business so there is no official support (you can find a lot of resources online). Stylus seems likelly to get lost.
Overall, a good powerfull palm pda. What would have made it 5 stars? Well, longer batt life *even if it adds up some weight and bulk*, More game titles, Better stylus placement and maybe some rubber handles for better grip.

Zodiac2 is good BUT...........2006-07-05

The Zodiac2 is a good option for a palm/handheld. The fact of the matter is that many want the Zodiac2 simply for its capability to play games, or even backup games. Zodiac2 is great for this keeping in mind it will only be able to handle lower level systems eg. 16bit. If the buyer is truely interested in just the gaming aspect of this product, there are better choices out there such as the gp2x (google it). On the other hand, gp2x doesn't have websurfing capabilities which I believe the Zodiac2 does. Before purchasing this product, just keep in mind what you really want it for. Finally, the future of Tapwave is looking grim, so your warrenty and support might soon mean diddly.

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SimpleTech STI-HD2.5/20T 20GB Notebook Drive

Manufacturer: SimpleTech Technology
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Notebook | Internal Hard Drives | Hard Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
Product Features:

Make your old laptop useful again by giving it a larger hard drive

Compatible with nearly every laptop or notebook on the market

Advanced technical expertise recommended or simply utilize SimpleTech's toll free unlimited tech support

3 Year Warranty

Highest quality assurance rating available - ISO9001 Certified

ASIN: B00006BAUT

Product Description

SimpleTech features a comprehensive line of hard drive upgrades for popular portables by leading manufacturers. SimpleTech designs its hard drive upgrades with your portable's special power and space requirements in mind. So you can be sure you're installing a hard drive that meets the performance and technical specifications set by manufacturers.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.

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