CDRLabs has put together a brief review of Western Digital's new WD Livewire Powerline AV Network Kit.  Instead of Ethernet cables or wireless signals, the kit uses your home's existing electrical wiring to create or extend a network.  The two adapters included in the kit are capable of data transfer speeds up to 200 Mbps and come equipped with four Ethernet ports so that you can connect your router and up to seven additional devices.
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lite-on ihbs112 drive pic sm.pngToday, CDRLabs brings you an in depth review of Lite-On's new 12x Blu-ray Disc writer, the iHBS112. While affordably priced, this highly anticipated drive offers some of the fastest BD reading and writing speeds available. The iHBS112 is capable of 12x BD-R, 8x BD-R DL, 6x BD-R LTH and 2x BD-RE writing speeds and a maximum BD-ROM read speed of 8x. The drive also includes features like an 8MB buffer and support for Lite-On's SMART-BURN, SmartWrite and OverSpeed technologies.

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CDRLabs kicks off the week with a review of LG's latest Super Multi NAS, the N1T1. This single bay NAS device offers 1TB of storage as well as a built-in DVD writer. Along with the usual file and print services, the N1T1 features support for Apple's Time Machine, DLNA media streaming, torrent file sharing and the ability to backup data from CD's, DVD's and USB storage devices. Last but not least, the device can be configured for use as an external hard drive and DVD writer.

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CDRLabs has put together a brief review of the SanDisk Ultra Backup. This innovative USB flash drive offers simple backup at the touch of a button. Just plug it in, push the button and your files are automatically copied onto the device. The software included with the Ultra Backup now runs on both Windows and Mac OS X and supports things like software encryption and Dmaler's online backup service.   Add a comment

CDRLabs has put together a review of Kingston's DataTraveler Locker+ USB flash drive. Developed with budget-conscious companies in mind, the DataTraveler Locker+ offers hardware-based, full disk encryption at an affordable price. Data on the drive is secured using 256-bit AES encryption and can only be accessed by entering a complex password. Add a comment

CDRLabs has taken a long overdue look at LG's 10x Blu-ray combo drive, the UH10LS20. This new Super Multi Blue drive is capable of 16x DVD±R, 8x DVD±R DL, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW and 12x DVD-RAM writing speeds and a maximum DVD read speed of 16x. On top of that, the UH10LS20 can read Blu-ray Discs at speeds as high as 10x. Add a comment

CDRLabs finishes up the week with a review of Sony Optiarc's new 24x DVD writer, the AD-7260S. While affordably priced, this Serial ATA equipped "Super-Multi" drive features some of the fastest reading and writing speeds available. The AD-7240S is capable of 24x DVD±R, 12x DVD±R DL, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW and 12x DVD-RAM writing speeds as well as a maximum DVD read speed of 16x.

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CDRLabs has taken an in depth look at Seagate's new external hard drive, the FreeAgent GoFlex Desk. This high-capacity desktop hard drive takes full advantage of Seagate's new GoFlex technology. While the drive supports USB 2.0 out of the box, its file transfer performance can be increased by up to 10x by swapping the GoFlex adapter base for one that supports USB 3.0 or FireWire 800. The GoFlex Desk drive also sports an illuminated capacity gauge and comes pre-loaded with easy-to-use backup software with encryption for both the Mac and PC.

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Today, CDRLabs brings you a review of Transcend's first USB 3.0 compatible hard drive, the StoreJet 25D3.  Along with a great looking design, this new portable drive packs some impressive performance. Thanks to its USB 3.0 interface, the StoreJet 25D3 is capable of reading and writing at speeds as high as 90 MB/s. It also features an internal hard drive suspension system which helps to prevent data loss caused by accidental slips or falls during travel.

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CDRLabs has taken an in depth look at Sony's new external slim DVD writer, the DRX-S77U. This stylish and compact drive is capable of 8x DVD±R, 8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW, 6x DVD±R DL and 5x DVD-RAM writing speeds and a maximum DVD read speed of 8x. The DRX-S77U also offers features like 24x CD reading and writing speeds, a USB 2.0 interface and the Nero 9 Essentials software suite.

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