AOpen(R) Inc., an award-winning, global leader in PC component design and manufacturing, is now shipping its new 16X DL (Double-Layer) DVD+/-RW burners in North America. AOpen is one of the world's first manufacturers to deliver this fast new type of optical drive this year. "We're confident that we have a real winner with the new AOpen DUW1608/ARR, 16X DL DVD+/-RW burners," said Scott Chien, Vice President and General Manager, Optical Storage Devices, AOpen Inc. "We've got the speed, the storage and - we're one of the first manufacturers out of the gate with this progressive new technology."

The new 16X DL DVD burners from AOpen make it quick and easy to burn movies, video, digital photos, audio, MP3 and other multimedia formats - even data back-ups. The state-of-the-art drive offers a wide range of disc compatibility and serves as a diverse all-in-one DVD/CD writing device with DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, CD-R and CD-RW formats.

The new AOpen DUW1608/ARR 16X DL DVD Burner includes:

-- AOpen's Chameleon feature with 3 interchangeable color faceplates

-- Comprehensive software bundle with a wide variety of applications

-- Optimal writing speed technologies for maximum speeds

-- Auto laser beam adjustment/alignment for accurate reading

-- Virtually fool-proof burns with buffer under-run protection

-- Super-quiet operation with silent technology features

-- Limited one-year warranty

AOpen DUW1608/ARR 16X DL DVD+/-RW burners are shipping now, with a MSRP of $129 USD.