Has anyone heard of the Sony DW-U10A

tamarelle · 01-04-2003, 11:45 AM

I found a place online that is selling them and they expect delivery next week.

They claim this DVD-RW is the successor to the DRU 500a. That it burns at 4 x.

here is what is on their website:

Sony DW-U10A replacement of DRU500A DVD Burner, DVD+R/RW/-R/RW/CD-R/RW Drive (Recorder)

Pre Order Product will be available by Next Week.

This is the First 4X DVD+R & 4X DVD-R Burner.

Sony DW-U10A the Replacement of DRU500A DVD Burner DVD+R/RW/-R/RW/CD-R/RW Drive (Recorder)

Overview

Sony takes the risk out of buying a DVD recorder by bringing all the popular formats into a single drive. The amazing new DW-U10A Replacement of DRU-500A burns DVD-R/-RW, DVD+RW/+R, and even CD-R/CD-RW discs.

* Internal EIDE drive includes an impressive, industry standard software bundle and is compatible with Windows?98SE/2000, Windows ME and Windows XP operating systems.

* DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs recorded on this drive may not play back on some older or entry-level DVD systems. The write-once DVD+R or DVD-R discs are more compatible for interchange with other DVD systems.

Please record responsibly. Before copying anything onto a CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R or DVD+RW, please be sure you are not violating copyright laws.

......

now, is this legit? Has anyone heard of this DVD drive? Its not a USB drive I hope

any information would be greatly appreciated as I am considering cancelling my order for the DRu 500a and ordering this.

Tam

tamarelle · 01-04-2003, 06:57 PM

Did I like, do something to offend everyone?

It's like nobody ever even reads what I write here anymore.

okay .. to continue....

I need someone's help. I am confused.. TIGERDIRECT says that they have the sony dru 500a IN STOCK on their website....

SHOULD I TRUST THEM? I have the drive on order at Zones.com but they have yet to ship my drive, and they are on backorder. They keep saying "tomrorow, tomorrow" but I saw Annie 42 times and I'm sick of it.

I don't know whether to cancel my order with Zones and go with TIGERDIRECT. Has anyone used them? They scare me for some reason.

Or should I just go for the new Sony u10 thngie that is supposed to replace the 500a?

I am CONFUSED AND I NEED HELP

Tam

KingTermite · 01-04-2003, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by boopboopdeboop
Did I like, do something to offend everyone?

It's like nobody ever even reads what I write here anymore.

okay .. to continue....

I need someone's help. I am confused.. TIGERDIRECT says that they have the sony dru 500a IN STOCK on their website....

SHOULD I TRUST THEM? I have the drive on order at Zones.com but they have yet to ship my drive, and they are on backorder. They keep saying "tomrorow, tomorrow" but I saw Annie 42 times and I'm sick of it.

I don't know whether to cancel my order with Zones and go with TIGERDIRECT. Has anyone used them? They scare me for some reason.

Or should I just go for the new Sony u10 thngie that is supposed to replace the 500a?

I am CONFUSED AND I NEED HELP

Tam

I never saw this first one, but its funny what you said about TigerDirect. I've never used them either and for the same reason. I just always had a bad feeling about them.

I never tried Zones.com either though.

tamarelle · 01-04-2003, 07:04 PM

HI KT

AT LAST!!

its been so long since anybody answered anything I wrote. Maybe they're confused by the BOOPBOOPDEBOOP thing

burnworld has a link on their website that says "buy at tiger direct" underneath their review of the Sony dru 500a

......so I am wondering........... should I?

I am so afraid that I will order and as soon as I click that SUBMIT button I'll get a message that says BACKORDERED!

tam

KingTermite · 01-04-2003, 07:07 PM

Maybe call asd ask first. Their 1800 number is right on their front page of the website.
1-800-800-8300

Just a thought. I'd hate to hit submit and get 'backordered' too.

swannema · 01-04-2003, 07:32 PM

I never heard about it. You might wanna check here:
http://club.cdfreaks.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=61

It's your new name Tam, we don't no it's you.

swannema · 01-04-2003, 07:39 PM

Could that be the same drive, just another name for it for a different market.

tamarelle · 01-04-2003, 07:44 PM

Hi Swannie

Below is the link to the drive I am talking about

What do you think? I am so confused,

thanks to you and KT for helping "_

CLICK RIGHT HERE

swannema · 01-04-2003, 07:54 PM

The specs are identical to the DRU500A. I wouldn't cancel my order. I am little suspicious, because there is almost no information available about that drive, only in japanese that I can't read.
Stick with your order.

tamarelle · 01-04-2003, 08:09 PM

Thanks Swannie

I like it when a guy is decisive

I can't make decisions and my boyfriend is busy tonight so you have to be his stand-in

You say the specs are the same?

I am so glad you took a look I will do as you say and just order from tigerdirect even though they charge SALES TAX here in florida!

Tam

sumrtym · 01-04-2003, 08:20 PM

I believe that's just an early name for the DRU-500A, not a replacement drive. Everything I've found points to that.

tamarelle · 01-04-2003, 08:26 PM

really? it IS kind of strange that they don't show a closeup of the drive.

swannema · 01-04-2003, 09:19 PM

Be careful with tiger direct, they don't have a good reputition.
http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1983.html
I'd rather wait for other vendors.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...847560-2888938

Good luck.

swannema · 01-04-2003, 09:20 PM

Circuit City should have it as well for $350. Makes it easier when you have a problem.

bobmitch · 01-05-2003, 02:28 AM

Hi Tam...

Just a few thoughts here. The DRU-500a is probably the most popular piece of hardware Sony has come up with in a long time. Best Buy gets them and sells them out in one day. So does CompUSA. I have a friend at CDW in Chicago...and last I talked to him...they had them in stock. If you want his number, PM me and I'll pass it along. Also...I bought mine at, are you ready for this, Office Depot. Best Buy had em on sale one week for $349 with a $50 rebate...well it seems that the rebate was a Sony rebate and was good for Best Buy, CompUSA, Office Depot and a few more vendors. Well...long story short...Best Buy had none...and Office Depot always has them priced at $379...so they sit there. Fortunately...Office Depot price matches...and all you have to do is tell them Best Buy's or CompUSA's price...$349 and they might call...but the price is easily verifiable. Anyway...I just got a notice from Sony that the rebate was received and should be processed soon. Here is the address for the rebate...good through 1/31/03

www.getmeadeal.com/rebates/sonydru500a_JAN31.htm

Good Luck

Bob

BTW...with firmware 1.0f...the DRU500A burns at the following speeds:

DVD-R 4X
DVD+R 4X
DVD-RW 2.4X
DVD+R 2x

http://sony.storagesupport.com/dvdrw/dru500adwn.htm

01-04-2003, 11:45 AM	#1
tamarelle talented amateur Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Paris, France and Florida Posts: 3,265	Has anyone heard of the Sony DW-U10A I found a place online that is selling them and they expect delivery next week. They claim this DVD-RW is the successor to the DRU 500a. That it burns at 4 x. here is what is on their website: Sony DW-U10A replacement of DRU500A DVD Burner, DVD+R/RW/-R/RW/CD-R/RW Drive (Recorder) Pre Order Product will be available by Next Week. This is the First 4X DVD+R & 4X DVD-R Burner. Sony DW-U10A the Replacement of DRU500A DVD Burner DVD+R/RW/-R/RW/CD-R/RW Drive (Recorder) Overview Sony takes the risk out of buying a DVD recorder by bringing all the popular formats into a single drive. The amazing new DW-U10A Replacement of DRU-500A burns DVD-R/-RW, DVD+RW/+R, and even CD-R/CD-RW discs. * Internal EIDE drive includes an impressive, industry standard software bundle and is compatible with Windows?98SE/2000, Windows ME and Windows XP operating systems. * DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs recorded on this drive may not play back on some older or entry-level DVD systems. The write-once DVD+R or DVD-R discs are more compatible for interchange with other DVD systems. Please record responsibly. Before copying anything onto a CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R or DVD+RW, please be sure you are not violating copyright laws. ...... now, is this legit? Has anyone heard of this DVD drive? Its not a USB drive I hope any information would be greatly appreciated as I am considering cancelling my order for the DRu 500a and ordering this. Tam __________________ Asus P5B Motherboard - Intel Q6600 @ 3.1 ghz ADATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) - EVGA 8800 GT PCI - XiFI Platinum - Seagate SATA 320 go, Seagate 320 go - SAMSUNG 18x DL+ Lightscribe DVD and Samsung 20x DL+ Lightscribe DVD - Windows VISTA 64 bit,Server 2003 and Vista Ultimate - Rosewill 19" LCD R912E monitor
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01-04-2003, 06:57 PM	#2
tamarelle talented amateur Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Paris, France and Florida Posts: 3,265	Did I like, do something to offend everyone? It's like nobody ever even reads what I write here anymore. okay .. to continue.... I need someone's help. I am confused.. TIGERDIRECT says that they have the sony dru 500a IN STOCK on their website.... SHOULD I TRUST THEM? I have the drive on order at Zones.com but they have yet to ship my drive, and they are on backorder. They keep saying "tomrorow, tomorrow" but I saw Annie 42 times and I'm sick of it. I don't know whether to cancel my order with Zones and go with TIGERDIRECT. Has anyone used them? They scare me for some reason. Or should I just go for the new Sony u10 thngie that is supposed to replace the 500a? I am CONFUSED AND I NEED HELP Tam __________________ Asus P5B Motherboard - Intel Q6600 @ 3.1 ghz ADATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) - EVGA 8800 GT PCI - XiFI Platinum - Seagate SATA 320 go, Seagate 320 go - SAMSUNG 18x DL+ Lightscribe DVD and Samsung 20x DL+ Lightscribe DVD - Windows VISTA 64 bit,Server 2003 and Vista Ultimate - Rosewill 19" LCD R912E monitor
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01-04-2003, 07:04 PM	#4
tamarelle talented amateur Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Paris, France and Florida Posts: 3,265	HI KT AT LAST!! its been so long since anybody answered anything I wrote. Maybe they're confused by the BOOPBOOPDEBOOP thing burnworld has a link on their website that says "buy at tiger direct" underneath their review of the Sony dru 500a ......so I am wondering........... should I? I am so afraid that I will order and as soon as I click that SUBMIT button I'll get a message that says BACKORDERED! tam __________________ Asus P5B Motherboard - Intel Q6600 @ 3.1 ghz ADATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) - EVGA 8800 GT PCI - XiFI Platinum - Seagate SATA 320 go, Seagate 320 go - SAMSUNG 18x DL+ Lightscribe DVD and Samsung 20x DL+ Lightscribe DVD - Windows VISTA 64 bit,Server 2003 and Vista Ultimate - Rosewill 19" LCD R912E monitor
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01-04-2003, 07:07 PM	#5
KingTermite The Shade of Lazarus Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: PM me to keep in contact Posts: 26,003	Maybe call asd ask first. Their 1800 number is right on their front page of the website. 1-800-800-8300 Just a thought. I'd hate to hit submit and get 'backordered' too. __________________ Bye Bye ABXZone.....Rest In Peace.
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01-04-2003, 07:32 PM	#6
swannema ???????????????? Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 9,629	I never heard about it. You might wanna check here: http://club.cdfreaks.com/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=61 It's your new name Tam, we don't no it's you.
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01-04-2003, 07:39 PM	#7
swannema ???????????????? Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 9,629	Could that be the same drive, just another name for it for a different market.
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01-04-2003, 07:44 PM	#8
tamarelle talented amateur Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Paris, France and Florida Posts: 3,265	Hi Swannie Below is the link to the drive I am talking about What do you think? I am so confused, thanks to you and KT for helping "_ CLICK RIGHT HERE __________________ Asus P5B Motherboard - Intel Q6600 @ 3.1 ghz ADATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) - EVGA 8800 GT PCI - XiFI Platinum - Seagate SATA 320 go, Seagate 320 go - SAMSUNG 18x DL+ Lightscribe DVD and Samsung 20x DL+ Lightscribe DVD - Windows VISTA 64 bit,Server 2003 and Vista Ultimate - Rosewill 19" LCD R912E monitor
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01-04-2003, 07:54 PM	#9
swannema ???????????????? Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 9,629	The specs are identical to the DRU500A. I wouldn't cancel my order. I am little suspicious, because there is almost no information available about that drive, only in japanese that I can't read. Stick with your order.
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01-04-2003, 08:09 PM	#10
tamarelle talented amateur Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Paris, France and Florida Posts: 3,265	Thanks Swannie I like it when a guy is decisive I can't make decisions and my boyfriend is busy tonight so you have to be his stand-in You say the specs are the same? I am so glad you took a look I will do as you say and just order from tigerdirect even though they charge SALES TAX here in florida! Tam __________________ Asus P5B Motherboard - Intel Q6600 @ 3.1 ghz ADATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) - EVGA 8800 GT PCI - XiFI Platinum - Seagate SATA 320 go, Seagate 320 go - SAMSUNG 18x DL+ Lightscribe DVD and Samsung 20x DL+ Lightscribe DVD - Windows VISTA 64 bit,Server 2003 and Vista Ultimate - Rosewill 19" LCD R912E monitor
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01-04-2003, 08:20 PM	#11
sumrtym King without a castle Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 987	I believe that's just an early name for the DRU-500A, not a replacement drive. Everything I've found points to that.
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01-04-2003, 08:26 PM	#12
tamarelle talented amateur Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Paris, France and Florida Posts: 3,265	really? it IS kind of strange that they don't show a closeup of the drive. __________________ Asus P5B Motherboard - Intel Q6600 @ 3.1 ghz ADATA 4GB (2 x 2GB) DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) - EVGA 8800 GT PCI - XiFI Platinum - Seagate SATA 320 go, Seagate 320 go - SAMSUNG 18x DL+ Lightscribe DVD and Samsung 20x DL+ Lightscribe DVD - Windows VISTA 64 bit,Server 2003 and Vista Ultimate - Rosewill 19" LCD R912E monitor
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01-04-2003, 09:19 PM	#13
swannema ???????????????? Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 9,629	Be careful with tiger direct, they don't have a good reputition. http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1983.html I'd rather wait for other vendors. http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...847560-2888938 Good luck.
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01-04-2003, 09:20 PM	#14
swannema ???????????????? Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 9,629	Circuit City should have it as well for $350. Makes it easier when you have a problem.
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01-05-2003, 02:28 AM	#15
bobmitch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: TX Posts: 849	Hi Tam... Just a few thoughts here. The DRU-500a is probably the most popular piece of hardware Sony has come up with in a long time. Best Buy gets them and sells them out in one day. So does CompUSA. I have a friend at CDW in Chicago...and last I talked to him...they had them in stock. If you want his number, PM me and I'll pass it along. Also...I bought mine at, are you ready for this, Office Depot. Best Buy had em on sale one week for $349 with a $50 rebate...well it seems that the rebate was a Sony rebate and was good for Best Buy, CompUSA, Office Depot and a few more vendors. Well...long story short...Best Buy had none...and Office Depot always has them priced at $379...so they sit there. Fortunately...Office Depot price matches...and all you have to do is tell them Best Buy's or CompUSA's price...$349 and they might call...but the price is easily verifiable. Anyway...I just got a notice from Sony that the rebate was received and should be processed soon. Here is the address for the rebate...good through 1/31/03 www.getmeadeal.com/rebates/sonydru500a_JAN31.htm Good Luck Bob BTW...with firmware 1.0f...the DRU500A burns at the following speeds: DVD-R 4X DVD+R 4X DVD-RW 2.4X DVD+R 2x http://sony.storagesupport.com/dvdrw/dru500adwn.htm
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