Plextor Announces USB Powered External BD-ROM

Enjoy superb High-Definition and 3D movies on the go.

Plextor, a leading brand of high-performance digital media solutions, announces the new PX-B120U external BD-ROM. The PX-B120U was first introduced at Computex in Taipei, Taiwan in June and is now available for purchase in Europe.

Now that Blu-ray has become the media of choice for many consumers, Plextor provides a versatile solution for customers who are looking for a portable BD playback device.
The PX-B120U is a USB-powered external Blu-ray Disc reader that allows users to watch high-definition movies on any Blu-ray supported PC or notebook. The device comes bundled with Cyberlink Power DVD, a high-quality Blu-ray and DVD playback software, providing a full Blu-ray experience in 3D, including the ability to upscale standard videos to HD-like and 3D-like visual quality.

Simply connect the drive with a USB cable and the 4-speed mechanism provides smooth Blu-ray playback and extensive support for DVD+ /- R, DVD +/-RW, DVD +/- R DL, DVD-RAM and CD-R formats. The drive reads DVD formats at 8, while CD at 24X.

Its external USB powered design makes the PX-B120U easy to transport anywhere. There’s no need to carry an additional AC adapter or other cables. Also, the top-load design makes it easy to operate. The drive’s exterior design features an attractive unique ripple pattern and in a smooth glossy texture finish.
 
Additionally, when the PX-B120U is connected to Plextor’s soon-to-be-released media player, PlexMedia, it can also function as a set-top Blu-ray player. The ability to use it anywhere in your home, or take it with you, makes it a truly versatile drive. 

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