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Press
Release: May 27, 2003
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INTRODUCES THE PLEXWRITER 52/24/52A CD-R/RW DRIVE…ITS
SECOND 52X OPTICAL DISK DRIVE
Ideal
for Systems Integrators and Resellers Who Want High-Performance,
Low-Cost Solution
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FREMONT,
Calif. — May 27, 2003 — Plextor®
Corp., a leading developer and manufacturer of DVD and
CD equipment, today announced the availability of the
PlexWriterT 52/24/52A CD-R/RW drive. The high-speed 3-in-1
drive features 52X CD-Writing, 24X CD-Rewriting, and 52X-max
CD-Reading, and is available as a 5.25-inch half-height
internal drive with an ATA/ATAPI-5 interface. The new
PlexWriter was specifically engineered to appeal to high-volume
resellers and systems integrators seeking value, performance,
and reliability in a CD burner.
Although
the PlexWriterT 52/24/52A breaks a new price barrier for
Plextor, it still includes a full suite of Roxio digital
media software, as well as a unique combination of Plextor
features and technologies that deliver unparalleled recording
reliability. Buffer Underrun Proof Technology prevents
buffer underrun errors, so users can multi-task during
a recording session. PoweRecT (Plextor Optimized Writing
Error Reduction Control) technology is a sophisticated
write strategy for stable recording at maximum speeds.
Superior 52X-max digital audio extraction (DAE) eliminates
pops, clicks, and hisses for superior sound quality.
"Drive
cost is a factor considered by many of our VARs and Systems
Integrators," said Howard Wing, vice president of sales
and marketing for Plextor. "We set out to design a 52X
drive that would be affordable, yet still uphold Plextor's
reputation for dependability and consistency in recording
CDs. Now we have two 52X drive solutions-the PlexWriterT
Premium for professionals and other end-users who want
the ultimate in user-controlled features, and the low-cost
PlexWriterT 52/24/52A for high-volume systems integrators."
PlexWriter
52/24/52A CD-R/RW Drive
The PlexWriter 52/24/52A drive makes installation faster
and easier than ever before. The drive is designed for
flexible PC installation, with ATA/ATAPI-5 interface,
support for horizontal or vertical drive bay orientation,
and Plug & Play compatibility with Microsoft Windows®
98/ME/2000/XPT operating systems.
The
unit features a 2 MB data buffer and burst data transfer
rates of 33.3 MB/sec (UltraDMA Mode 2) or 16.6 MB/sec
(PIO Mode 4/DMA Mode 2). PlexWriter drives support a wide
variety of CD writing modes, including Track-at-Once,
Disc-at-Once, Session-at-Once, Multisession, and variable/fixed
packet writing.
Software
Bundle - Roxio® Easy CD CreatorT, Roxio PhotoSuite® and
PlexTools®
Plextor's bundled software package offers ease-of-use
and extensive functionality. The PlexWriter 52/24/52A
ships with the Easy CD Creator/DirectCD software package
from Roxio, Inc. Roxio's number one selling CD-recording
software allows users to drag and drop files to CD-R and
CD-RW media. Easy CD Creator includes DirectCDT (packet
writing), CD pre-mastering, one-button CD copier, and
the ability to create enhanced and mixed-mode CDs. Easy
CD Creator also provides the ability to create music CDs,
photo slide shows synchronized with music, data CDs, and
backup copies of personal discs.
Roxio
PhotoSuite allows consumers to capture, organize, edit
and share digital photos. It includes simple electronic
albums and a combination of automated and advanced photo-editing
tools. Consumers can also print and share online or quickly
E-mail them without leaving the program.
PlexTools
allows you to control the important functions of the PlexWriter
52/24/52A with an easy-to-use interface. It permits drive
identification and control, display of Compact Disc information,
Digital Audio Extraction, CD copying and more.
The
PlexWriter 52/24/52A drive also includes a 30-day trial
version of Dantz Retrospect®. Built on patented technologies,
the Dantz Retrospect family of backup products has earned
numerous awards for protecting vital information on file
servers, business-critical application servers, desktops,
and notebooks.
Pricing
and Availability
The Plextor PlexWriter 52/24/52A drive is available for
shipment to distributors and resellers in North and South
America in late June 2003. The PlexWriter 52/24/52A has
a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $89.00
USD. All retail packages include unlimited toll-free technical
support and one-year full warranty.
About
Plextor
Plextor Corp. is a leading developer and
manufacturer of high-performance CD-related equipment
for professional use in consumer and business environments.
Since opening its headquarters in Silicon Valley in 1990,
Plextor has introduced numerous generations of award-winning
optical storage products, including CD-ROM, CD-Recordable,
CD-ReWritable, and DVD+R/RW drives. Plextor is privately
owned by Shinano Kenshi Co., Ltd., a developer and manufacturer
of advanced technology hardware and precision electronic
equipment headquartered in Japan. Shinano Kenshi is best
known for its expertise in manufacturing motors.
Plextor
is a registered trademark and PlexWriter is a trademark
of Plextor Corp. Roxio, PhotoSuite, and Easy CD Creator
are registered trademarks of Roxio, Inc. All other trademarks,
trade names, registered trademarks, or registered trade
names are the property of their respective holders.
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