external blu-ray drive for MBP?

[mattward]

does anyone have experience with an external blu ray drive? is USB 2.0 fast enough to carry the signal as well as power the drive or is FireWire 800 a better option?

 

[fanchee]

I have the LG Slim Portable blu-ray multi drive, Model: CP40NG10. Works great with my 2012 11" MBA, I've watched movies and ripped/burned both blu-rays and dvds with no issues.

 

[tgi]

I've been eyeing this.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SE-506BB-TSBD-External-Blu-ray/dp/B00AO1XFM0/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1375738774&sr=1-1&keywords=samsung+usb+3.0+external+blu+ray

Is there any difference in performance if the blu ray drive is USB 2.0 or 3.0?

 

[John Kotches]

Is there any difference in performance if the blu ray drive is USB 2.0 or 3.0?

Not at 6x. That's still within usb2 speeds. Switch to a 12x drive and USB3 is needed.

If you are ripping in volume, the extra $ and size for a full sized drive could well be worth the expense.

Cheers,

 

[Macman45]

I use the Asus...Full 3D support and Dolby PL as well..fast and reliable, but not the cheapest option:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004XFYGX0/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[fhall1]

I've been eyeing this.

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SE-506BB-TSBD-External-Blu-ray/dp/B00AO1XFM0/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1375738774&sr=1-1&keywords=samsung+usb+3.0+external+blu+ray

Is there any difference in performance if the blu ray drive is USB 2.0 or 3.0?

I have that one....it works fine with USB 2.0

 

[Fishrrman]

"I have that one....it works fine with USB 2.0"

I will "second" reply #6.

I, too, have the Samsung and it's a nice drive -- no problems.

 

[mattward]

yeah i think i am leaning toward the samsung... i like the price, specs, and the way it looks. Thanks all.

 

[priitv8]

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