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DVD-RAM & DVD-RW Writer for UNIX Platform - Cobre



Cobre DVD-RAM/DVD-R 9.4/4.7GB Ultra SCSI Unix kit

The Cobre DVD drive is a professional all-in-one DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, and CD-RW for UNIX and Linux Platforms. Capable of recording digital data on CD or DVD media, the Cobre DVD MultiDrive allows you to record data, video and MP3s on DVD general use discs, and archive songs, MPEG-2 DVD video or documents. Large-capacity, double-sided media allows for up to 9.4GB of reliable storage space. Utilize the DVD Recordable media's non-rewritable feature optimal for storing and distributing critical data, which should not be overwritten. Otherwise, use the DVD Rewritable media for less sensitive applications where data can be re-written at any time.

The Cobre DVD-RAM functionality provides users with random-access capabilities, similar to that of a hard drive, that allows for retrieval of specific files almost instantly, making it an excellent solution for backup and fast data recovery. This trusted recording technology (with over 30 years shelf life) delivers a secure, high-capacity solution for archiving data volumes and is the perfect alternative to the much outmoded and expensive Magneto-Optical (MO) technology.

Features and Benefits of the Cobre Kit for UNIX/LINUX.

  • 8X recording speeds for DVD-R enable you to burn a disc in about 10 minutes
  • 5X rewriting speeds with verifying for DVD-RAM media
  • 4X recording speeds for DVD-RW let you burn a DVD-RW in about 15 minutes
  • It can write CD-R at 24x, CD-RW at 16x and read CD-ROM at 32x speed
  • Superior compatibility and recording performance with new laser technology.
  • Separate lasers are used for DVD and CD writing and reading, also for better accuracy
  • Supports "Buffer Under Run" protection
  • Compact size sub-system Ultra SCSI Model - the compact body of the Cobre drive, which has a SCSI-2 interface, takes up very little of your workstation space.
  • Graphical User Interface and Command Line Interface 
  • Creation of CD volumes in ISO 9660, Rock Ridge, CD-ROM XA, CD Audio and Mixed-mode formats.
  • Creation of DVD volumes in ISO/Rockridge format for recording to DVD-R up to 4.7 GB.
  • Fast virtual image building requiring less than 5% of total CD image size to record. Allows recording directly from the virtual image.
  • File names up to 256 for Rock Ridge and up to 64 for ISO 9660. Directory nesting up to 24 levels.
  • Powerful editing within the virtual image like in a UNIX-shell.
  • Powerful recorder options and configuration: track-at-once, disc-at-once, test write, read and write speeds, (manual) fixation, multi-session, Burnproof, overburning, verify after write.
  • New COPYCD command for easy copying of CDs.
  • Appending data to multi-session CDs with session selection. Full Orange Book multi-session support.
  • READTRACK and READCD commands to extract data and digital audio tracks from previously mastered CDs.
  • Support for batch files for unattended operation and ability to generate log files.
  • No additional third party SCSI drivers required for most platforms.
  • Supported platforms: Solaris Sparc/x86 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8 and 2.9, SGI Irix 6.2, 6.3 & 6.5, HP UX 10.20 and 11.0, IBM AIX 4.2, 4.3 and 5.1, Digital Unix 4.0, Red Hat Linux/Linux 2.x



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