TDK Systems VELOCD CDRW 52X24X48X-USB2.0 EXT DRV ( UE-5200BX-F )

Rating:
Summary: What you see is not quite what you get
Review: I got mine at J&R via Amazon for a very cheap price. However, I ordered the 5200 shown above but was sent a 5201B. It has essentially the same specs - the 5201B has no stand or on-off switch, and there is a "bump" on the top center of the unit instead of being flat as on the 5200 - so I have no real complaint about the product, though the fact it is not what was ordered was surprising. My email to J&R got a standard reply directing me to call them (toll-free) regarding my order...I'll pass.

The unit came complete with USB cable, power supply & cord, a blank TDK CD, and a Nero Express bundle which is the "lite" version the software, and quick start guide.

I think it was fifty bucks well spent regardless of the variation in the product description. Pay your money, take your chances.



Rating:
Summary: no fuss no muss
Review: I had trouble with another brand cdrw, so I was nervous about trying this one. I took it home and I was burning cd's within five minutes. It came with the nero software and it has worked flawlessly for me. I have had not problems with my win 98se; no lockups, no trouble connecting through the usb. I highly recommend this cdrw.

Rating:
Summary: Not compatable with some versions of Windows 98.
Review: This drive arrived promptly, the instructions were clear and easy to follow, the unit seemed great - except that it didn't work! After a couple of afternoons with the TDK support people (who were very helpful) I found that this system does not work with some versions of Windows 98. They apparently don't know which versions or systems are incompatable. I'm running Win98 SE v.4.10.2222A on a Dell Inspiron 3800 laptop. I'm giving them two stars for effort, but I can't say I'd recommend this drive.