The PlexWriter 16/10/40A delivers what other companies only talk about - true, unmatched 16X write capability from core to edge of a CD. Create a 650MB disc in about 5 minutes. Rewrite the disc in just over 7 minutes. With 40X playback, the 16/10/40A can be a full-time replacement for your CD-ROM drive.The PlexWriter 16/10/40A is an exceptional workhorse for home or office, featuring a solid, highly efficient design with BURN-Proof technology. You'll never have to toss a disc because of buffer underrun problems. It's the perfect drive for recording audio CDs, storing digital images, archiving files and creating multimedia productions.