Customer Reviews

TDK Systems VELOCD CDRW 52X24X48X-USB2.0 EXT DRV ( UE-5200BX-F )

5 star:		(2)
4 star:		(1)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I had trouble with another brand cdrw, so I was nervous about trying this one. I took it home and I was burning cd's within five minutes. It came with the nero software and it has worked flawlessly for me. I have had not problems with my win 98se; no lockups, no trouble connecting through the usb. I highly recommend this cdrw.

I was only able to use this CD burner for less than a year. Suddenly, it stopped working. Contacting TDK customer support is a nightmare. There is no direct phone number and assistance is obtained by emailing a form. This burner is NOT worth the price.

I got mine at J&R via Amazon for a very cheap price. However, I ordered the 5200 shown above but was sent a 5201B. It has essentially the same specs - the 5201B has no stand or on-off switch, and there is a "bump" on the top center of the unit instead of being flat as on the 5200 - so I have no real complaint about the product, though the fact it is not what was ordered was surprising. My email to J&R got a standard reply directing me to call them (toll-free) regarding my order...I'll pass.

The unit came complete with USB cable, power supply & cord, a blank TDK CD, and a Nero Express bundle which is the "lite" version the software, and quick start guide.

I think it was fifty bucks well spent regardless of the variation in the product description. Pay your money, take your chances.

This drive arrived promptly, the instructions were clear and easy to follow, the unit seemed great - except that it didn't work! After a couple of afternoons with the TDK support people (who were very helpful) I found that this system does not work with some versions of Windows 98. They apparently don't know which versions or systems are incompatable. I'm running Win98 SE v.4.10.2222A on a Dell Inspiron 3800 laptop. I'm giving them two stars for effort, but I can't say I'd recommend this drive.

Mine worked fine....i never had a bad burn come out of it ..i used it mainly to burn photos and for some music...the software that came with it was workable and my computer had no problem recognizing anything....