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OWC Mercury Pro 16X Blu-ray, 16X DVD, 48X CD Read/Write Solution

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Operating System macOS 10.12 Sierra
Special Feature Quiet
Hardware Interface USB 3.0
Brand OWC
Optical Storage Write Speed 48x

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  • Aluminum-housed desktop optical drive with USB 3.0 and M-DISC support for reliable long-term storage
  • Archive quality M-DISC compatibility
  • MAC AND PC COMPATIBLE: OS X 10.6 and later; Windows XP and later
  • INCLUDES: 16X External Blu-ray Burner; 0.6 meter (24") USB 3.0 Cable; External power cable; User guide
  • Sleek, durable aluminum chassis; 1 Year OWC Limited Warranty
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Customer Ratings
Value for money
4.2
3.3
3.3
4.0
Tech Support
4.0
3.4
4.5
4.1
Sturdiness
4.8
4.8
4.9
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OWC (Other World Computing)
Amazon.com
Buffalo Americas Inc
Hirucy
Pioneer Store
Amazon.com
hardware interface
usb3.0
usb
usb3.0, usb c
usb c
usb3.0 a, sata 6 0 gb
operating system
macOS 10.12 Sierra
Windows 10
Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, macOS Sonoma 14, macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12, macOS Big Sur 11, macOS Catalina 10.15, macOS Mojave 10.14, macOS High Sierra 10.13, macOS Sierra 10.12, Mac OS X El Capitan10.11
Windows 7/8/10/11, Linux, OS X 10.X
read speed
8x
6x
16x
6x
write speed
48x
8X
6x
hardware platform
PC
PC
Laptop, Windows® 11 (64-bit), Windows® 10 (32-bit/64-bit)
PC
PC
PC, Linux System, Laptop
cache memory size
2 MB
0 MB
2 MB

Product Description

MERCURY PRO: The ultimate desktop optical.

Now with an updated design, Mercury Pro is the premier drive to bring optical media back to your workflow. With a sleek, durable aluminum chassis, and high-speed USB 3.0 interface, Mercury Pro delivers reliable performance that matches its good looks. It’s cooler, quieter, and better than ever.

Configured for your workflow

Now with an updated design, Mercury Pro is the premier drive to bring optical media back to your workflow. With a sleek, durable aluminum chassis, and high-speed USB 3.0 interface, Mercury Pro delivers reliable performance that matches its good looks. It's cooler, quieter, and better than ever.

Universal USB 3.0 connectivity

The new Mercury Pro is plug-and-play compatible with both Mac and PC workflows, making it your versatile premium optical drive. With high-speed USB 3.0 connectivity, playback of optical media, data transfer, and archive all happen as fast as possible, with bandwidth to spare.

The perfect long-term archive solution

M-DISC sets the standard for long-term safe data storage, and the new Mercury Pro supports this revolutionary format, making it the ideal solution for reliable long-term backup and archiving. M-DISC is an archival-quality storage solution that protects your data from degradation and loss for 1,000 years or more.

M-DISCs use a proprietary layer made from inorganic, rock-like material for permanent data storage, protected from data rot and extremes of light, humidity and temperature change. Because the M-DISC ready Mercury Pro engraves the data into this layer, write once and read forever.

Reliability and support you can count on

Like all OWC drives, the Mercury Pro is built to the highest standards of reliability and performance. Because our goal is always 100% reliability, it's rigorously quality tested, and backed by our 24/7 Customer Support.

  • OWC Mercury Pro 16X External Blu-ray Burner
  • 0.6 meter (24") USB 3.0 (Standard-A to Standard-B)
  • External power supply and power cable
  • User guide

UNIVERSAL USB 3.0 CONNECTIVITY

The new Mercury Pro is plug-and-play compatible with both Mac and PC workflows, making it your versatile premium optical drive. With high-speed USB 3.0 connectivity, playback of optical media, data transfer, and archive all happen as fast as possible, with bandwidth to spare.

Mercury Pro is available in two optical media burner configurations to match your storage, transfer and archive requirements.

  • 24x DVD Disc burner. Backup, share and create as fast as possible, and playback any DVD media up to 4.7 GB capacity.
  • 16x Blu-ray Disc burner. For the highest quality recordings, and large project storage up to 100 GB. Playback retail

Mercury Pro Specifications:

OWC Part Number

  • MR3UBDRW16
Software Requirements
  • OS
    • OS X 10.6 or later
    • Windows XP or later
  • Driver
    • Driver not required
Hardware Requirements
  • Minimum
    • Mac or PC featuring USB 2.0 interface
  • Recommended (Best Performance)
    • Mac or PC featuring USB 3.0 interface
Interface (Chipset)
  • (1) USB 3.0 (ASMedia ASM1053E)
Standard Mechanism
  • LG WH16NS40 16X 5.25" Internal Blu-ray Disc Rewriter
Power Supply
  • Internal UL-listed, universal auto-switching
  • AC input: 100 ∼ 240V, 50-60Hz
  • DC output: 12V, 3A
Dimensions
  • Height: 2.0 in (5.2 cm)
  • Width: 6.5 in (16.6cm)
  • Length: 8.3 in (21.0 cm)
Weight
  • With Drive: 5.7 lbs. (2.6 kg)
  • Without Drive: 4.0 lbs. (1.8 kg)
LG Super Multi Blue Specs:

Super Multi Blue Internal SATA 16x Blu-ray Disc Rewriter
Form Factor: 5.25" Desktop
Interface: SATA
Loading Mechanism: Tray
Buffer Memory: 4MB

Performance:
Access Time
BD-ROM: 180ms typ.
DVD-ROM: 160ms typ.
DVD-RAM: 180ms typ.
CD-ROM: 150ms typ.

Supported Formats:
BD-ROM (SL/DL), BD-RE (SL/DL), BD-R (SL/DL), DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD-R (SL/DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R (SL/DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-ROM, XA-Ready, CD-I, Photo-CD (Single & Multi-Session), Video-CD, CD-Audio Disc, Mixed Mode, CD-ROM (Data and Audio), CD-R, CD-RW

Data Capacity
128GB : Blu-ray Quad Layer
50GB : Blu-ray Double Layer
25GB : Blu-ray
8.5GB : DVD General Use Double Layer
4.6GB : DVD General Use
700MB : 79 minute CD
650MB : 74 minute CD
550MB : 63 minute CD


M-DISC Support
Yes, M-DISC DVD / Blu-ray engraving / burning requires M-DISC specific media (available separately)
Maximum Read Speeds
BD-ROM: 12X
BD-R: 12X
BD-RE: 8X
BD-ROM (Dual Layer): 8X
BD-R (Dual Layer): 8X
BD-RE (Dual Layer): 6X
BD-R (Triple Layer): 6X
BD-R (Quad Layer): 6X
DVD-RAM: 5X
DVD-R: 16X
DVD+R: 16X
DVD-R (Dual Layer): 12X
DVD+R (Dual Layer): 12X
DVD-RW: 12X
DVD+RW: 12X
DVD-ROM: 16X
DVD-ROM (Dual Layer): 12X
CD-ROM: 48X
CD-R: 48X
CD-RW: 40X
Maximum Write Speeds
BD-R: 16X
BD-RE: 2X
BD-R (Dual Layer): 12X
BD-R (Triple Layer): 12X
BD-R (Quad Layer): 6X
BD-RE (Dual Layer): 2X
BD-RE (Triple Layer): 2X
M-DISC/+M: 4X
DVD-RAM: 5X
DVD-R: 16X
DVD+R: 16X
DVD-R (Dual Layer): 8X
DVD+R (Dual Layer): 8X
DVD-RW: 6X
DVD+RW: 8X
CD-R: 48X
CD-RW: 24X

System Requirements:
Mac
Mac OS X 10.6 or higher
Available 5.25" drive bay and SATA connection
Burning software that supports Blu-ray, such as Toast.
At this time Commercial Blue-ray movie playback not supported in OS X.
Minimum of 1 GB of RAM
30GB or more available hard drive space (60GB for Blu-ray Disc authoring)

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Customers like the quality, material, speed and appearance of the optical disc drive. They mention that its well constructed, made from thick metal and that the exterior has a sleek, brushed aluminum finish that looks great on their desktop. They are also satisfied with ease of use, and performance. However, some customers have mixed opinions on value and size.

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292 customers mention255 positive37 negative

Customers like the quality of the optical disc drive. They mention that it is well constructed, durable, and of high quality. The metal enclosure is excellent and provides a lot of future longevity.

"...No driver necessary to download. The aluminum is very strong and looks really nice, too." Read more

"...That said this is a fantastic unit. It is very sturdy, quiet and efficient...." Read more

"...have I been very pleased with its performance, but I find the hardware of good quality too...." Read more

"...My likes:- The case is machined well; it could use some sanding on the back part of the lid but I can see past that...." Read more

239 customers mention217 positive22 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the optical disc drive. They mention that it's functionally very good, and works perfectly. The USB enclosure works perfectly, and the drive within is recognized instantly. The hardware and cables included are also appreciated. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...in the screws, powered it up, connected it to my computer, and it tests perfectly. No driver necessary to download...." Read more

"...That said this is a fantastic unit. It is very sturdy, quiet and efficient...." Read more

"...Not only have I been very pleased with its performance, but I find the hardware of good quality too...." Read more

"this is a Beauty.. works wonderfully and my PC recognizes it even when no cd is in the tray...." Read more

131 customers mention124 positive7 negative

Customers find the optical disc drive easy to use. They mention that it integrates smoothly with any software, and it's easy to mount your standard 5 14 SATA drive in the slide out chassis. It looks like a factory install, and the SATA cables worked out of the box.

"...This enclosure is very easy to use...." Read more

"...Price was good, build quality feels good, it was very easy getting everything setup, booted up and I was working in no time...." Read more

"...If it sounds complicated, it's not - it was really easy, and everything looks perfect...." Read more

"...That it was TRUELY 100% plug & play (with Mac AND PC.) > Plus, it worked flawlessly even using [and connected to] a USB3 hub.....then..." Read more

93 customers mention85 positive8 negative

Customers like the appearance of the optical disc drive. They say the aluminum is very strong and looks really nice. The enclosure is well-made and designed, with a nice silver and charcoal color scheme. Customers are also impressed with the solid construction and the cool metal frame.

"...No driver necessary to download. The aluminum is very strong and looks really nice, too." Read more

"...The back is a very clean design, with a master power switch, USB port, power supply port, and a lock port in case you have to install this in a high..." Read more

"Looks good. Works as expected. No complaints and can recommend." Read more

"...Construction feels very solid and looks nice enough to display...." Read more

68 customers mention60 positive8 negative

Customers like the speed of the optical disc drive. They mention that it has good speed, and media, data transfer, and archive all happen as fast as possible. The PC picks up instantly when turned on, and the USB 3.0 performance is a significant plus. It resumes movies quickly, and never skipped a beat.

"...It resumes movies quickly and with little issue...." Read more

"Works much better than other devices. Sturdy, well built and excellent speed" Read more

"...It’s super fast and well built, definitely the last disc drive you’ll ever need...." Read more

"...And did I say [again] that this thing is FAST!?!...⚡️)Overall, all I can say is that I’m now in “Tech HEAVEN....!!!” 😂😱😍👍🏼🎉)...." Read more

52 customers mention49 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the material of the optical disc drive. They mention that the enclosure is well built out of aluminum, and the drive mounted solidly. The exterior has a sleek, brushed aluminum finish that looks great on their desktop. The heavy aluminum case gives the drive a hearty, hefty feel, and it includes rubber feet.

"...this drive open and don't intend to do so, but the main enclosure is cast and brushed aluminum, and the drive's face and disc tray are smoothed..." Read more

"...They include really GOOD rubber feet that get screwed on to the case, not just glued on, and that's a very nice detail.Overall:..." Read more

"...unit is heavy and slightly bulky but is so well built and aluminum housing is awesome...." Read more

"...Vibration Noise - Yep, they thought about that too, with really nice clear rubber feet on the bottom of the enclosure, to cut down on vibrations..." Read more

101 customers mention51 positive50 negative

Customers are mixed about the size of the optical disc drive. Some mention that it fits perfectly with plenty of room to spare, while others say that it's too small to fit the very thing it was designed for. It's well made and works well, but some customers say that they had to drill it to fit their HP optical drive.

"...It fits together well.- I was able to write to BluRay DL at full 8x speed no issues.-..." Read more

"...This thing is not small, and I'm really glad it's not bigger. People are praising the Vantec for being bigger, but that's not a positive to me...." Read more

"...Very pleased with the solidness and fit of the enclosure. Power and usb cords could have been a bit longer. But highly recommend overall." Read more

"Don't like the fact that it isn't deep enough for a standard optical drive...." Read more

76 customers mention45 positive31 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the optical disc drive. Some mention that it's worth the price, while others say that it is a bit too expensive.

"...I have to say from my experience and examination, this drive is worth it's price...." Read more

"This is an expensive enclosure, but it is much batter than the cheap DVD drives I used previously...." Read more

"...Price was good, build quality feels good, it was very easy getting everything setup, booted up and I was working in no time...." Read more

"...Excellent metal enclosure too. Great value for money if it lasts a long time. So far so good." Read more

This is well engineered and produced
4 Stars
This is well engineered and produced
My PC case used to have a spot for a 5.25" drive such as my BluRay burner. I have a new PC case, but still need the burner so this product has been put to the test.My dislikes:- The manual is for a different product (a complete Drive/Case combo) and so is the product packaging. It all looks like you got a complete case and drive in there. You don't, really as expected. not a big deal.- The cabling is short, both the SATA external cable and the power supply cable. They should both be twice as long. I'm taking off a point for that.My likes:- The case is machined well; it could use some sanding on the back part of the lid but I can see past that. It fits together well.- I was able to write to BluRay DL at full 8x speed no issues.- The case helps the drive by dissipating heat, which a plastic case couldn't do as well.- They include really GOOD rubber feet that get screwed on to the case, not just glued on, and that's a very nice detail.Overall:Really solid engineering and implementation, just make the wires longer and this thing is 100%.
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My PC case used to have a spot for a 5.25" drive such as my BluRay burner. I have a new PC case, but still need the burner so this product has been put to the test.

My dislikes:
- The manual is for a different product (a complete Drive/Case combo) and so is the product packaging. It all looks like you got a complete case and drive in there. You don't, really as expected. not a big deal.
- The cabling is short, both the SATA external cable and the power supply cable. They should both be twice as long. I'm taking off a point for that.

My likes:
- The case is machined well; it could use some sanding on the back part of the lid but I can see past that. It fits together well.
- I was able to write to BluRay DL at full 8x speed no issues.
- The case helps the drive by dissipating heat, which a plastic case couldn't do as well.
- They include really GOOD rubber feet that get screwed on to the case, not just glued on, and that's a very nice detail.

Overall:
Really solid engineering and implementation, just make the wires longer and this thing is 100%.
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