Sony DVDRW DRIVE VGP-DDRW4 - Manual (Page 5)

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Overview
This product is a DVD±RW drive with the i.LINK (IEEE1394) interface.
The drive has the following features:
• You can write data to a variety of discs such as DVD+R DL (Double
Layer), DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL (Dual Layer), DVD-R, DVD-
RW, CD-R, and CD-RW. For information on the data transfer rate during
data write, see “Specifications” (page 26).
• Reads DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL
(Dual Layer), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-
ROM discs. DVD-ROM discs are read at a speed of 8
× max. (10800 KB/s),
and CD-ROM discs at a speed of 24
× max. (3600 KB/s).
• Can play back digital audio CD using the personal computer speakers, if
the personal computer supports this function (see page 20).
• Can be used to easily reinstall the operating system on the personal
computer using a recovery disc, if the personal computer supports this
function (see page 22).
Note
This drive is only for use in the country of purchase.
z What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a digital serial interface supporting very high transfer rates. It facilitates the
exchange of high-volume digital audio and video data between components equipped
with an i.LINK connector and enables the control of other components. For details, refer
to the manuals provided with your personal computer.