Customer Reviews

Hewlett Packard CD-Writer C4503A 9510i 12x8x32 Internal EIDE Kit

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4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(3)
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1 star:		(1)

 

 

This burner is amazing! It came with pretty good instructions and had great software. It could have used a little bit more instructions on using the software, but still great! It burns as fast as 12x on regular cd-r's which is awesome! But you must have a Cd-r of all speeds or up to 12x speed or else you can only burn on 8x! But anyways! I give this thing 5 stars because it performs to my needs and is fast!

I've always been partial to HP products (except for their consumer PCs) and this drive just confirms my opinion of them. Easy to install, with very clear directions, and a good software package. Specific directions are provided for installing alongside an existing cd-rom drive, which I did. It was up and running in no time, and with none of the horror stories I hear from friends who have purchased cheaper brands. I've been using it for several months now with no problems. Copying cd's is a breeze, backing up data files is no problem. There may be some people out there who need more sophisticated software, but must should do just fine with what is provided.

Easy to install, easy to use with the software included. I am a beginner when it comes to computer's and the operation of same. I usually have to call on my computer guru to help (actually do any installations etc.) But with the HP 9510i, I was able to complete the task alone. The software is great because it is easy to follow and easy to understand, not to mention the fact that it prompts you as to which type of CD you need for the application you are performing. I give this piece of equipment 5 Stars and a well done to HP...

This is my first CD burner, so I can't it compare with other models, and I am comfortable with computer hardware but certainly no expert.

Installation was very easy and the instructions were very clear. The software also installed easily, and after only 20 minutes a was off and running.

I cant imagine other models being any easier or simpler, so I recommend this to all users.

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A year on and I am still a very happy customer. HP have replaced their MyCD software with RecordNow (a free download from their site), which has added CDDB support, and a new interface, but is broadly the same.
I have seen CD writing/copying software for sale, but can't think of any reason why I would want to replace the HP software.

This stuff writes the 12x cdr very fast and the writing quality is very good. Although the price may be a little bit high, yet it'll be the mainstream cdrw in the market. If you don't wanna let your cdrw be outdated you should buy a 12x cdrw. And hp package includes every software you need. In addition, if you buy it right now, you'll have a $50 rebate. It's very cool.

I owned a 2X & 4X HP CD Writer and had nothing but problems with them, the power on each of them would fry after about 6 months of use. I went through about 3 each in the two years or so that I owned them.

With that aside I am a bit leary of HP CD Writer products. This 12X drive at least looks nice. I have owned it for little over a month now and it hasnt given me any problems as of yet, but only time will tell.

The Drive is easy to install, the instructions are easy to follow, and the software is easy to use. The only problems that I do have are not with the drive, but with the Software. The software is almost too easy to use. Basically, if you like functionality and options you may want to consider buying a different software package. I ran into problems with the software in getting it to burn faster than 2X in certain scenarios. Also, at times the program would only allow copying to an image file, than copying to the blank disc, which doubles recording time. I ended up installing DiskJuggler 3, which allows for advanced mastering options. I wouldnt recommend Adaptec with this drive, but NTI CD Maker Pro is a safe bet. Also, make sure you have a top of the line system, especially a fast harddrive. I am limited to 6X write speeds or else I run into buffer under-run errors. I'd recommend a SCSI harddrive or a Ultra DMA IDE drive for use with this CD-RW.

All in all this seems like a better product than what HP released a few years ago. I'd give it 3 1/2 stars based on issues with the software. However, you can always buy additional software packages. With that in mind the drive has been running perfect.

This cdwriter is easy to install,although I could not make it secondary slave to my CDRom, as instructions told me. It is fast, accurate, and I can back up my entire hard drive in less than an hour. Software is excellent as well.

I bought the drive and it had nice install instructions (though installing is not rocket science).

I downloaded a couple of ISO images to burn, and spent the next 2 hours makeing coasters as I tried to get them to burn. Finally, out of frustration I emailed HP support staff. They responded within 10 MINUTES. - unbelieveable

The response was "I understand you are inquiring about how to burn ISO images with your 9510i drive. The software that came with your drive was designed for the basic home user and does not have advanced options such as the ones you have stated. However there is third party software available for purchase/download that does have this functionality. " (for those looking into your first burner, let me assure you that burning an ISO image is NOT advanced)

Now, to purchase Nero or CD Creator would put my total purchase price above the Plextor/TDK/Yamaha models.

Another review indicates that this drive is packaged with the Adaptec suite, it is not. The only Adaptec/Roxio product is Direct CD.

Needless to say, this unit is going back tommorow. Bottom line - The software was made for technically unsophisticated users who only want to copy music CD's or archive files. If you don't fall into this catagory, buy another product!

This is my first cd burner and it was easy to install and easy to get started. The software was a little disapointing. To burn easy you need nero burn. But that is the only flaw. I would recomend this to anyone.

I have used the 9510i for about 2 years and have found it to be flawless in performance. The Disaster Recovery software provided with this drive is it's biggest star. You can format your hard drive, put in the restore disk that you create for your system, and in about 15 minutes your system is put back to EXACTLY the way it was when you created the disk. Or you can simply replace selected files if you want. It does not miss a single thing. Fanstastic. The software is extremely user friendly and guides you through the process easier than an "ABC" book. I would highly recommend this drive for performance and ease of use.