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Black internal Blu-ray writer drive, bare unit, SATA interface

Pioneer

Pioneer BDR-209DBK 16X SATA Blu-ray burner bulk

SKU CH-NXCW-GN5ZN

Internal SATA Blu-ray writer burns BD-R at 16X and reads BD-ROM at 12X with 4MB cache

  • Interface typeSATA
  • Included itemsBare Drive
  • Cache memory4 MB
  • BD-R speed16X
  • BD-RE speed2X
  • DVD+R write speed16X
  • 16× BD-R write speed for fast Blu-ray archiving
  • 12× BD-ROM read speed for quick media access
  • 16× DVD±R write speed for versatile disc burning
  • 4 MB buffer memory to prevent write errors
  • SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility

Internal 16X Blu-ray Writer

The Pioneer BDR-209DBK is an internal SATA drive that writes BD-R discs at 16X and BD-RE at 2X. It also handles DVD±R at 16X, DVD±RW at 8X and 6X respectively, and CD-R at 40X. A 4 MB buffer supports steady data flow during write operations. The bare drive comes in a black bezel.

Archival users and legacy media readers

This drive suits anyone who needs to create or read Blu-ray, DVD and CD media on a desktop PC with a free SATA port. Builders working in slim cases or laptops cannot install this half-height unit. Users who only need USB connectivity or M.2 storage should look elsewhere.

Sustained write behaviour

During long BD-R sessions the 16X write speed is maintained through the 4 MB cache and 1.5 Gb/s SATA link. DVD and CD writes run at their rated 16X and 40X without thermal throttling in typical chassis airflow. Read speeds hold at 12X for BD-ROM and 16X for DVD-ROM across full discs.

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePioneer
Model nameBDR-209DBK
Panel colorBlack
Product typeInternal Blu-ray Burner
Storage
Cache memory4 MB
BD-R speed16X
BD-RE speed2X
DVD+R write speed16X
DVD+RW rewrite speed8X
DVD-R write speed16X
DVD-RW rewrite speed6X
CD-R write speed40X
CD-RW rewrite speed24X
DVD+R DL write speed8X
DVD-R DL write speed8X
DVD-ROM speed16X
CD-ROM speed40X
Loading mechanismTray
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA
Size & build
Overall dimensions1.67 in × 5.83 in × 7.09 in
Compatibility
Supported operating systemsWindows XP SP3 / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 / Windows 10
In the box
Included itemsBare Drive
More details
BD-R DL14X
BD-RE DL2X
BD-ROM12X
VariantOEM

Questions about this item

Does the Pioneer BDR-209DBK need a SATA port and a free 5.25-inch bay to work?

Yes, it connects through a SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface and fits a standard 5.25-inch bay measuring 148.0 x 180.0 x 42.3 mm.

Will this drive still read my older DVD-R and CD-R discs at full speed?

It reads DVD-ROM at 16X and CD-ROM at 40X, matching the original rated speeds of those media types.

How can I confirm the 16X BD-R write speed is active after installation?

Use burning software to select 16X on a blank BD-R disc; the drive buffer of 4 MB should sustain that rate without dropping.

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