ASUS BW-16D1HT, Blu-ray Writer, Internal, SATA, Black

The ASUS BW-16D1HT is an internal SATA optical drive engineered for high-speed Blu-ray recording and playback. This unit supports BDR write speeds up to 16x and maintains broad backward compatibility, handling DVD±R media at 16x speeds and CD-R/RW formats at 48x. Designed for integration within standard desktop chassis, the drive utilizes a reliable tray loading mechanism for media insertion. It is rated for operation across modern operating systems, including Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows 8/8.1 environments.

The hardware supports M-DISC technology, enabling the creation of archival-grade data backups intended for long-term storage stability. Physical specifications include a width of 170 mm, a depth of 146 mm, and a height of 41 mm. The drive is compatible with both 80 mm and 120 mm optical discs. Functionality is extended through bundled software providing disc encryption features and proprietary energy-saving mechanisms to manage power consumption during idle states.

• Internal Blu-ray Writer with SATA interface
• Supports M-DISC long-term archival media
• Includes integrated disc encryption utilities
• Compatible with BD-R, BD-RE, DVD±R, and CD-R/RW media types
• Designed for horizontal or vertical internal mounting