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LaCie d2 Blu-ray Drive

review DATE:04.30.07

LaCie d2 Blu-ray Drive
Front Closed Open Angle Optical Reader

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By Cisco Cheng

Now that the Blu-ray format has finally established itself as a viable high-definition video option, hardware companies are eager to put their mark on the category. One such company is LaCie, headquartered in France and well known for repackaging peripherals using its design know-how, with products ranging from portable storage solutions and displays to tiny USB keys. The LaCie d2 Blu-ray drive targets customers who have tons of HD video to offload. You can watch Blu-ray movies, too, provided your PC is configured with the right equipment. Alas, the hefty price ($1,049.99 direct) will have you looking for other alternatives.

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Company

LaCie

http://www.lacie.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $1,049.00 Direct
  • Internal or External?: External
  • Interface: USB 2.0
  • DVD-R Record Speed: 8x
  • DVD-RW Rewrite Speed: 6x
  • DVD+R Record Speed: 8x
  • DVD+R Double Layer Record Speed: 4x
  • DVD+RW Rewrite Speed: 8x
  • CD Read Speed: 32x
  • CD-R Record Speed: 24x
  • CD-RW Rewrite Speed: 16x
  • DVD-R Dual Layer Record Speed: 4x

Bottom Line

An expensive external Blu-ray drive that caters to a multiple-PC environment, but read LaCie's PC requirements before watching a Blu-ray title.

Pros

Good software bundle.

Cons

Requires HDCP-compliant PC components and monitor to watch current Blu-ray titles. Hefty price.

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