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Memorex 8.5GB 8X Double Layer DVD+R (50pk Spindle) | 
 enlarge | Brand: Memorex
Category: CE
List Price: $89.99
Buy New: $35.24
You Save: $54.75 (61%)
New (43) from $35.17
Avg. Customer Rating:  191 reviews
Color: Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Clothing Size: 4.7GB DVD+R
Size: 4.7GB DVD+R
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 5.7 x 5.7 x 3.9
nv:Format: DVD+R
Compatibility: N/A
Capacity: 8.5GB
Record Time: 240 Minutes Video (SP Mode)
Life Cycles: N/A
Write Speed: 2.4x-8x
Quantity: 50 Discs
Packaging: Spindle
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: 32025732
Model: 32025732
UPC: 034707057326
EAN: 0034707057326
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Double layer technology | | • | 8.5GB capacity | | • | 240-minute recording time | | • | 8X recording speed | | • | 50 disc spindle |
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Product Description
Now available in faster 8X write speed, Memorex DVD+R Double Layer media stores up to 8.5GB of data files and approximately 240 minutes of video (SP mode) on a single disc as compared to 4.7GB on a single layer disc. DL discs can be played back on most DVD players and offer users the convenience of storing long length programming, sporting events and video footage on one disc.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 186 more reviews...
 Memorex DVD+R DL The least expensive reliable Double layer recordable DVD February 14, 2008
53 out of 58 found this review helpful
I've been shopping for the least expensive DVD+R DL online, and found this Memorex 50 pack for around $50. This seemed the best deal around only if they worked!!!
I had used Verbatim Verbatim 2.4x Dual-Layer DVD+R DL Spindle, 10 Discs in the past with no problems. So It was a gamble to order this item after reading many negative reviews. After receiving this item, I started burning DVDs and had no problems at all. Every single Memorex DVD+R DL seemed to work perfectly!
For those who had trouble with this item I suspect a software or hardware incompatibility issues more than a problem with these disk. I use a 17" Apple Laptop Computer (2006 model) with a G4 processor at 1.67 Ghz. The software I used to burn the DVD's is Roxio Popcorn 3.0.2 (recommended) and the hardware is the built-in Apple Super Drive.
Compared to the next choice of Verbatim at $1.65 per DVD :Verbatim DVD+R DL 8.5GB 2.4X 20pk Spindle at $33 (today's price--I've noticed the price on the Verbatim to fluctuate from $32-$38- The memorex at $1.00 per Double Layer 8.5 GB is the best deal around with no quality issues.
Pros:
1-Double Layer DVD+R at 8.5 GB for a buck
2-Silver and a handsome looking writable surface (with a permanent marker)
3-Appears of a nice quality and no difference compared to other more expensive DVD+R DL
4- Works fine with my Apple factory Superdrive (G4)
5-Recorded (burned) DVD plays fine on all of my home DVD players as well as other computer drives
Cons:
None-still hoping for the price to go below a $1.00!
PLEASE SEE UPDATE AUGUST 2008 BELOW.
Conclusion: Recommended!
Tip: (I had success with Roxio softwares-Popcorn 3)
Update March 1, 2008: Amazon dropped the price to $44.99 for 50, bringing the cost down to 90 cents each-An even better deal!
IMPORTANT Update-April 2, 2008: I received one 50 pack Spindle with defective DVDs, I tried only 2 with the same set up and software and computer, and I kept getting error messages and the DVDs wouldn't burn. I returned to Amazon and requested replacement. The replacement seems to work fine like the previous ones that led to this positive review.
At this point, It is questionable which batch you're going to get with some "defective" sets floating around the market or perhaps not compatible with certain drives?. The only positive thing here is Amazon's amazing customer service which allowed me to exchange or return the defective ones. Other sellers may sell you the defective batch and may not accept a return once you open them and try to burn one.
***NEW UPDATE: August 27, 2008. I received two defective sets of 50 (total of 100) with the same setup mentioned above. I tried to burn every single one of them but ZERO results. Not a single one worked. I was able to burn some of the left over discs from the last order dated March 2008.
AT THIS POINT I AM WITHDRAWING MY RECOMMENDATION AND REDUCING THE 5 STARS RATING TO ONE! THESE DISCS MUST HAVE A QUALITY CONTROL ISSUE. I AM SWITCHING BACK TO VERBATIM AT A HIGHER PRICE PER DVD THAT I HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH SO FAR.
No problems with burning issues November 28, 2007
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
I make and edit DVDs and burn to these. I have never had a problem with having to toss a disc because I couldn't burn to it (EXCEPTION- I did have one disc in an older pack from a previous order) that the double layers came apart. It squeaked when slightly flexed and I didn't attempt to use.)
My last order of five spindles (250 discs) I have had no issues with the first 150 discs. I am not expecting problems with the remaining 100 discs either. I use these for my business and cannot afford to have disc burning issues. I have been happy with this purchase. I just keep waiting for prices to drop on the DL discs.
If you experience problems, or before you order, ENSURE you hardware supports these discs. Ensure your driver is up to date.
 fast when they burn October 16, 2007
9 out of 13 found this review helpful
These burn in about a third of the time that the 2.4x discs burn in.
But so far only about 1 out of 3 or 4 burn without aborting
in my new pioneer drive using DVDX platinum or Nero (a free version).
So although the price has come down finally on these 8x discs.
They seem to be useless. Since rereading and trying to burn again
is making them take much longer than the 2.4 speed discs plus it is actually costing me much more (due to tossing discs out one after another just threw 2 in arow out so now I'll use a 2.4x disc and it will burn just fine after wasting 2hrs trying to burn on an 8x disc. Maybe my drive just went bad after a month or two? Some seem to work just fine 8 gig in about 15 mins but only a few so far. Update 11/11/07 They won't let me change my rating (three stars now)Got new drives and staging to hard drive to let drives rest. Having MUCH better luck maybe the drives can't handle the speed really? So faster but wouldn't burn more than one or two in a row to the same drive unless you know your drive can handle the speed/heat. I remember reading somewhere that a recent Sony drive said something about letting it rest or cool down and I thought that was weird now it makes more sense.
About 60% failed while burning April 23, 2008
8 out of 12 found this review helpful
I bought these for the same reason many people did which is the price seemed right. I am burning with DVD-Cloner and about 60% of the burns failed. I even upgraded to a newer version of the software thinking it may have been a software issue but I got the same results. Try different DL DVD's. The low price isn't really that low once you consider that about half the product will be wasted.
 Try to avoid and here is why April 21, 2008
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
As title suggests those disks are not good and should be avoided. Memorex used to be good and cheap dual layer solution, but not anymore. Older Memorex media were made by CMC Magnetics (Philips), while the batch I got is made by Ritek. After reading reviews posted here I would assume everyone else got Memorex made by Ritek or something just as bad.
Most burners have problems burning second layer of these disks. You would get a failure as soon as second layer is started. This could be fixed by upgrading drive firmware, if one is available. My BenQ1655 cannot burn second layer on those DVD. Samsung either fails randomly during burn or fails Nero verify after burn is complete.
If you burner is able to burn second layer, try burning on lowest speed possible (2.4x) as disk quality does not allow burns at 8x. 2.4x is slow, but at least you would avoid another coaster. In general, try to avoid these.
For dual layer media try either Verbatim or buy in respectable retail store. If first three burns come out coaster pack entire box and return it to the store. I wonder how long would it take BestBuy to remove this junk completely from their inventory.
Note: "DVD Identifier" can be used to verify who is the real manufacturer of media.
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