- High recording and reading speeds for fast and easy operations.
- Up to 18x recording speed for single-layer DVD±R media using the CAV method
- Up to 12x recording speed for DVD-RAM media using the CAV method
- Up to 8x recording speed for double-layer DVD±R media using the ZCLV method
- 16x, 12x and 13x recording speed for single-layer DVD±R media and double-layer
DVD±R/DVD±RW media
- Stable recording quality for long-term data, video, and music
permanence.- Write Strategy incorporating the best of Sony technologies.
- Active OPC function for optimal laser output even during disc recording
- Compatible with Windows Vista
- Both ATAPI and SATA interface are available
- Front bezel available in 4 colors (ivory, black, silver, and white Bezel)
- Direct Disc Labeling function (Labelflash™) *AD-7173A and AD-7173S only
- The Labelflash™ function applies the same laser used in disc recording to print text and
photos onto disc surfaces with high resolution and rich gradation.
- The Labelflash™ function applies the same laser used in disc recording to print text and
- *Some models may not be available, depending on the area or country.
- *Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
- *Labelflash™ is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION.
- *Use of Labelflash™ requires compatible media.
| Models | AD-7170 series | AW-G170 series AW-Q170 series |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bezel color | Ivory (-01), Black (-0B), Silver (-0S) | Ivory (-10), Black (-B2), White Bezel (-WG), Silver (-SV) | ||
| Product type | Built-in | |||
| Interface | E-IDE(ATAPI) | |||
| Disc loading method | Tray type | |||
| Maximum reading speed | ||||
| DVD-ROM | 16x max. | |||
| CD-ROM | 48x max. | |||
| Maximum recording speed | ||||
| DVD+R | 18x max. | |||
| DVD+RW | 8x max. | |||
| DVD+R DL | 8x max. | |||
| DVD-R | 18x max. | |||
| DVD+RW | 6x max. | |||
| DVD-R DL | 8x max. | |||
| DVD-RAM | 12x max.(*1) | |||
| CD-R | 48x max. | |||
| CD-RW | 32x max. | |||
| Formats | DVD-ROM/DVD-Video/CD-ROM(mode1,mode2)/CD-ROM XA/CD-I/CD-DA(Audio CD)/CD Extra/CD-TEXT/PhotoCD/Video CD | |||
| Buffer memory capacity | 2 MB | |||
| Buffer under-run protection function (Active link function) | Provided for both DVD and CD writing | |||
| Average access time | DVD-ROM: 160ms DVD-RAM:210ms CD-ROM:140 ms | |||
| Dimensions (W*H*D) | 148mm * 42mm * 175mm(not including front bezel) | |||
| Mass | Aproximately 700 g | |||
| Power supply | DC 12V, DC 5V | |||
| Position during use | Horizontal or vertical (8-cm media supported only in Horizontal) | |||
- *1: Not applicable to AW-Q170 series
