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Lenovo Blu-ray Burner option enables fast recording of data and video files

Lenovo Europe, Middle East, and Africa Hardware Announcement ZG09-0164
March 31, 2009

 

 ENUSZG09-0164.PDF (89KB)

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At a glance

The Lenovo® Blu-ray Burner features a new rewritable optical drive technology. Benefits include:

• Stores huge amounts of data and video
• Enables playback of high-definition Blu-ray movies
• Provides Serial ATA Interface
• Offers a one-year limited warranty

 
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Overview

The Lenovo Blu-ray Burner option offers rewritable technology suitable for high-capacity data archiving or authoring and playback of high-definition video content. This new drive:

• Stores up to 25 GB of data on a Blu-ray Single Layer disc and up to 50 GB of data on a Blu-ray Dual Layer disc
• Enables playback of high-definition Blu-ray movie content
• Supports read/write compatibility with multiple CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R Dual Layer, DVD-R Dual Layer media, BD-R/BD-RE Single Layer, and BD-R/BD-RE Dual Layer media1
• Provides 4 MB buffer underrun protection for reliable media recording
• Includes the following software package:
  • Ulead DVD Movie Factory recording, editing, and authoring software2 for capturing, editing, and creating your own videos and burning software for recording to CD, DVD, and Blu-ray supported media.
  • WinDVD software for playback of high-definition Blu-ray and standard definition video files and movies.

This new offering benefits from outstanding quality, reliability, compatibility, and testing programs.

1Refer to the Technical information section for specific rate capabilities.2Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. Software license agreements may apply.

 
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Key prerequisites

Microsoft® Windows® XP or Vista

 
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Planned availability date

April 3, 2009

Additional information

All offers are subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice. Lenovo is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors.

Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services.

Accessibility by people with disabilities

A U.S. Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) containing details on accessibility compliance can be requested at

http://www-03.ibm.com/research/accessibility/requests/accvpat.nsf/ lenovo-bidx?OpenForm

 
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Product number

Part EAN Description Number Code Lenovo Blu-ray Burner (Serial ATA) 45K1675 0884343-68797-1

 
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Terms and conditions

This product is available from Lenovo under the terms and conditions for purchase.

Warranty and service

• The warranty period is: One year
• Helpware: Contact your Lenovo HelpWare® number, your place of purchase, or your local Lenovo office.

 
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Supplemental information

Lenovo Blu-ray Burner (45K1675)

Product positioning

The Lenovo Blu-ray Burner features new rewritable optical drive technology with huge storage capability and high-definition Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD movie playback.

Technical information

Performance specifications

Maximum data transfer rates:

Write speeds:3

CD-R media 40X CAV 6 MB/Sec CD-RW media 24X ZCLV 3.6 MB/Sec DVD-R media 16X CAV 22.16 MB/Sec DVD-R DL 4X CLV 5.54 MB/Sec DVD+R media 16X CAV 22.16 MB/Sec DVD+R DL 4X CLV 5.54 MB/Sec DVD-RW media 6X CLV 8.31 MB/Sec DVD+RW media 8X ZCLV 11.08 MB/Sec DVD-RAM media 5X PCAV 6.93 MB/Sec BD-R SL 6X CLV 27 MB/Sec BD-R DL 6X CLV 27 MB/Sec BD-R SL LTH 2X CLV 9 MB/Sec BD-RE SL 2X CLV 9 MB/Sec BD-RE DL 2X CLV 9 MB/Sec

Read speeds:3

CD-ROM 40X CAV 6 MB/Sec DVD-ROM SL 16X CAV 22.16 MB/Sec DVD-ROM DL 8X CAV 11.08 MB/Sec BD-ROM SL 6X CAV 27 MB/Sec BD-ROM DL 6X CAV 27 MB/Sec

Maximum Burst data transfer rates:

• 1.5G bits/s (10b side)
• 1.2G bits/s (8b side)

Average access times:

• CD-ROM: 150 ms (typical)
• DVD-ROM: 160 ms (typical)
• BD-ROM: 180 ms (typical)

3 CD and DVD drives list maximum rates. Rates are variable and are often less than the maximum possible.

Physical specifications

• Approximate height: 41.3 mm (1.63 in)
• Approximate width: 146 mm (5.75 in)
• Approximate length: 185 mm (7.28 in)
• Approximate weight: 900 g (1.98 lb)

Operating environment

• Temperature: 5° to 45°C (41° to 113°F)
• Relative humidity: 15% to 80% (non-condensing)

Agency approvals

• CE
• cUL
• TUV
• UL
• MIC
• C-Tick
• BSMI
• VCCI
• FCC
• Semko
• RoHS

Hardware requirements

The Lenovo Blu-ray Burner is supported on the following systems.

Machine Description Type Model ThinkStation S10, S20 All All ThinkStation D10, D20 All All

Note: Installation of a high-definition, movie-capable graphics adapter is required for smooth playback of high-definition Blu-ray movies.

Software requirements

• Microsoft Windows XP
• Microsoft Windows Vista

Compatibility

The Lenovo Blu-ray Burner is compatible with the following Blu-ray, CD, and DVD formats:

• BD-ROM V1.2 (25/50 GB) (read)
• BD-R/RE single layer (read and write)
• BD-R/RE dual layer (read and write)
• DVD-ROM V1.1 (4.7/8.5 GB) (read)
• DVD-R V2.1 (4.7 GB) and V3.0 (8.5 GB) (read and write)
• DVD+R V1.3 (4.7 GB) and V1.1 (8.5 GB) (read and write)
• DVD+RW (read and write)
• DVD-RW V1.2 (4.7 GB) (read and write)
• DVD-RAM V2.2 1.46 GB/side, 4.7 GB/side (read and write)
• CD-RW (read and write)
• CD-R (read and write)
• CD-ROM mode-1 data (read)
• CD-ROM mode-2 data (read)
• CD-ROM XA (read)
• CD Audio
• CD-I
• Photo CD multi-session
• Video CD
• CD-Extra
• CD-TEXT

Note: Some software configurations may not be compatible with all media. Also, some media brands may not be compatible.

Limitations

None

Planning information

Cable orders required

No

Installation time

Approximately five minutes

Packaging

One box (plain brown box -- not packaged for consumer)

Shipment group

• Lenovo Blu-ray Burner
• Quick Start Guide (1)
• Safety information book on CD
• Super CD containing User's Guide, WinDVD, and Ulead DVD Movie Factory applications

Publications

The User's Guide on Super CD Disc is shipped with each drive and is available in the following languages:

• U.S. English
• Brazilian Portuguese
• French
• German
• Italian
• Spanish
• Japanese
• Simplified Chinese
• Traditional Chinese
• Slovak
• Czech
• Turkish

Note: The Publication Notification System (PNS) is not available.

Security, auditability, and control

This product uses the security and auditability features of the system on which it is installed.

Terms and conditions

Field-installable Yes Customer setup Yes Warranty period* 1 year Service type CRU Maintenance agreement No Optional upgrade No Licensed programs No

All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the Lenovo machine type in which the feature is installed.

* To obtain copies of the Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your reseller or call Lenovo.

Help and service information -- Features and options

During the warranty period, support for a warranty related issue can be obtained by accessing Lenovo's on-line services (requires internet access account, not included) or calling the Support Center, 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. business hours, to answer any questions regarding your new Lenovo option. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received. If you need warranty service, return or exchange is available. In addition, if your Lenovo option is installed in an Lenovo computer, you may be entitled to service at your location. For general questions related to the use of your options, fee-based support is available. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative.

Accessing Lenovo online services

http://www.lenovo.com/support

Placing the call to Lenovo

For technical support, contact your HelpWare number, your place of purchase, or your local sales office.

 
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Prices

For all local charges, contact your sales representative.

Trademarks

Lenovo is a registered trademark of Lenovo Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

HelpWare is a registered trademark of IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.

Terms of use

Information may be changed or updated without notice. Lenovo may also make improvements or changes in the products or the programs described in this information at any time without notice. Lenovo assumes no responsibility regarding the accuracy of the information that is provided by Lenovo and use of such information is at the recipient's own risk. Information Lenovo publishes on the World Wide Web may contain references or cross references to Lenovo products, programs and services that are not announced or available in your country. Such references do not imply that Lenovo intends to announce such products, programs or services in your country. Consult your local Lenovo business contact for information regarding the products, programs and services which may be available to you. Lenovo's obligations with respect to its products and services are governed solely by the agreements under which they are provided. Additional terms of use are located at

http://www.lenovo.com/legal/us/en/

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