16X BD-R Writing
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High-speed BD-R writing accelerates production and backup tasks while maintaining burn quality.
ASUS BW-16D1X-U TurboDrive External 16X Blu-ray Writer
$179.99
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Product Details
ASUS BW-16D1X-U TurboDrive — External 16X Blu-ray Writer
Extreme-speed, professional Blu-ray writer with 16X BD-R writing, USB 3.0 SuperSpeed, M-DISC archival support and rich multimedia playback features for secure backups and home theatre use.
TurboDrive performance meets archival confidence — write large projects rapidly, protect sensitive archives with encryption and enjoy 3D/immersive playback with Dolby® and DTS® sound on a compact, portable drive for Windows and macOS.
Executive Summary
Core Capabilities
Technical Specs
Extreme-Speed Blu-ray Recording & Secure Archival
The ASUS BW-16D1X-U TurboDrive is engineered for professionals and enthusiasts who require rapid disc writing, dependable archival and rich media playback. With 16X BD-R write support and USB 3.0 SuperSpeed data transfer, TurboDrive can record a single 25 GB BD-R disc in roughly 8 minutes, accelerating backup workflows. M-DISC compatibility and Disc Encryption deliver archival-grade longevity and password/hidden-file protection for sensitive data. The drive also supports Blu-ray 3D playback, 2D-to-3D DVD conversion and Dolby®/DTS® audio to serve as a compact home-theatre upgrade.
16X
BD-R Write
High-speed Blu-ray writing for fast backups and production
USB 3.0
Interface
SuperSpeed connectivity for rapid transfers — up to ~10x USB2.0
M-DISC
Archival
Long-term archival compatibility for critical data
~8 min
Turbo Record
Approx. time to write 25 GB BD-R with TurboDrive
Dolby® / DTS®
Audio
Immersive playback with professional audio decoding
1-Year
Warranty
Limited manufacturer warranty included
Notes: M-DISC requires compatible M-DISC media. Actual write/read times depend on media type, host performance and system configuration. Multimedia conversion and 3D features may be Windows-only and require supported hardware/software.
Core Capabilities
TurboDrive 16X Blu-ray Speed
16X BD-R writing backed by robust buffer underrun protection and optimized write strategies — engineered to reduce burn time and improve throughput for large projects and frequent backups.
M-DISC & Disc Encryption
M-DISC support provides archival-grade recording for long-lived storage; Disc Encryption offers password protection and hidden-file encoding to safeguard sensitive media.
Blu-ray 3D, 2D→3D Conversion & Home Theatre
Playback Blu-ray 3D titles, convert DVDs from 2D to 3D and output high-fidelity Dolby®/DTS® audio for an elevated media experience (feature set varies by OS and player software).
USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Connectivity
USB 3.0 interface delivers high throughput for fast transfers, minimizing wait times during authoring and archival — power adapter provided for reliable operation under load.
Comprehensive Software & Cloud
Bundled CyberLink Power2Go 8 and PowerBackup streamline burning and backup workflows; select packages include Nero BackItUp and complimentary ASUS WebStorage promotion for cloud backup.
Key Features
A professional external Blu-ray writer focused on speed, security and multimedia capability for archiving, content creation and home theater.
USB 3.0 SuperSpeed
Interface
Faster transfers than USB 2.0 — reduces wait times while authoring and copying large discs.
M-DISC Archival Support
Archival
Suitable for long-term preservation of critical data when used with M-DISC media.
Disc Encryption
Security
Password and filename encoding protects sensitive content on optical media.
Blu-ray 3D & Conversion
Media
3D playback and 2D-to-3D DVD conversion expand the drive’s multimedia flexibility (Windows).
Professional Software Suite
Software
Includes CyberLink Power2Go 8, Power Backup and optional Nero tools for complete authoring and backup workflows.
Technical Specifications
Main Features
ModelASUS BW-16D1X-U TurboDrive
Drive TypeExternal Blu-ray Writer (BD-R)
TurboDrive16X BD-R write speed with buffer underrun protection
M-DISCSupported — archival-grade recording
Read / Write Speeds
BD-R WriteUp to 16X
DVD±R WriteUp to 16X
CD-R WriteUp to 40X
BD-ROM ReadUp to 12X
DVD-ROM ReadUp to 16X
CD-ROM ReadUp to 48X
Interface & Performance
InterfaceUSB 3.0 SuperSpeed
Buffer Underrun ProtectionYes
Power Consumption36 W (max)
Multimedia & Security
Blu-ray 3D / 2D→3DSupported (Windows)
AudioDolby® / DTS® decoding for immersive playback
EncryptionDisc Encryption (password + filename encoding)
Software & Cloud
SoftwareCyberLink Power2Go 8, Power Backup; Nero BackItUp (Windows)
CloudPromotional ASUS WebStorage offer (select bundles)
Physical & Packaging
Dimensions9.6 × 6.5 × 2.5 in (24.38 × 16.51 × 6.35 cm)
Weight2.6 lb (1.18 kg)
ColorBlack
PackagingRetail
Warranty & Identification
Manufacturer WarrantyLimited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
UPC889349224878
What’s in the Box
ASUS BW-16D1X-U TurboDrive External Blu-ray Writer
High-speed external Blu-ray writer optimized for rapid archival, secure backups and multimedia playback.
BW-16D1X-U TurboDrive
Main external Blu-ray writer unit with USB 3.0 interface.
USB 3.0 Cable
High-speed SuperSpeed cable for data transfer and connectivity.
Power Adapter & Power Cord
External adapter to provide reliable power during high-speed writing operations.
CyberLink Power2Go 8 & PowerBackup
Authoring and backup utilities included for Windows and macOS workflows.
Documentation
Quick start guide and Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty booklet.
Included in the Box