Buffalo expands storage range with new portable DVD player

Published May 3rd, 2009 - 07:42 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

New slim, lightweight range to provide portable storage solution for net book users and business travellers
 Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of storage, wireless networking and memory solutions, has announced the availability of its new Portable MultiDrive DVD Reader/Writer which supports DVD±RW, RAM and CD formats. Available in black (DVSM-PN58U2VB) and white (DVSM-PN58U2VW) versions, The lightweight, compact and slim design of the Buffalo Portable MultiDrive DVD is designed as a portable solution for business and net book users who travel frequently.
 
Jasem Al Roomi, Director at Buffalo Advantec FZCO, said, "With the increase in net books in the region, we are seeing a growing demand for portable DVDs. As one of the leading innovators in storage technology, Buffalo has always responded to market needs and produced products and technology that meet these needs. The new MultiDrive DVD reader/writer caters to a market need for storage for the business traveller at an affordable price."
 
The Buffalo Portable MultiDrive DVD has been launched at a competitive price with a new more compact glossy chassis design. Powered by the USB port, the AC adapter is not required, so when travelling there are less cables to carry. Features include the Buffer Under-run Prevention function which ensures reliable writing while allowing the user to perform other tasks. The DVD drive comes complete with Cyberlink Software.
 
Other key features include:
• 8x DVD±R Write
• 24x CD-R/RW Write
• Buffer Under-run Prevention function -reliable writing to media
• Easy Setup
• Ready to use - includes Cyberlink Software for writing data
• Y-type USB cable is attached instead of AC Adapter for more stable power supply
Prices & Availability
Backed by a two-year warranty, the Buffalo MultiDrive Portable DVD Reader/Writer is available from leading retailers and authorised Buffalo business solution partners around the Middle East from May at an estimated street price of:
DVSM-PN58U2VB (Black)                US$ 90.00
DVSM-PN58U2VW (White)               US$ 90.00

Note to Editors: Buffalo Products are available in the following outlets across the Middle East
Bahrain: Al Oala Technical Services; Microtech
Egypt: Update for Integrated Business
Lebanon: Mira.B
Jordan: aPC Zone; Digital Document Solutions
Kuwait: Cameo Computer Services; Alalamiah Technology Group; Eteck Solutions & Services; AlArbash Computers
Oman: Baabood LLC; Excellent IT
Saudi Arabia: Moosa Al Fouzan Trading Est
Syria: Infinity Group
UAE: King of Computers; Netpro IT solutions;; Maimoon Information Technology; Computronic LLC; Exit 40; Data Spec; Raqmiyat  LLC
Iran: Orinol United
About Buffalo Technology
Buffalo is a global manufacturer of innovative storage, multimedia, and wireless networking products for the home and small business. The company is recognised as the Number 1 total PC peripheral manufacturer in Japan, and was the worldwide consumer NAS market leader in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 (In-Stat).
The company's storage products are addressing the needs of the individual and the business, providing cost-effective network attached storage (NAS), portable and desktop hard drives, multimedia players, Wireless LAN routers and a versatile line of USB flash drives, which together offer a complete and integrated solution for the small office and digital home environment.
Buffalo's strong international industry alliances with companies such as Intel, Broadcom™, Nintendo and Microsoft have allowed it to lead the industry in the development of the latest technologies into practical tools for the business and the home.
Headquartered in Japan, Buffalo Technology has offices in the UK, France, The Netherlands, Germany, USA and Taiwan. For more information please visit www.buffalotech.com.

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