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BENQ 1640 VS. 1650/1655
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29. April 2006 @ 08:15 |
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Thanks Haza12d,
Unfortunately newegg.com doesn't ship to Canada.
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zebadee
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29. April 2006 @ 08:17 |
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29. April 2006 @ 11:37 |
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HP a1118x-b/athlon 64-3300+/BenQ 1650 BCDC/LG 8163B/Modded Wii/Epson-R300 and Ty Watershields!!! |
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29. April 2006 @ 20:07 |
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Thanks Saugmon!
I checked into it and all they have online is a black one, and I need a beige one. I emailed them to see if they had any beige ones in stock or if they could get some.
Thanks again for the info.
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sandgyp
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2. May 2006 @ 13:56 |
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What is qsuite 2.0?I've seen it refered to several times>
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2. May 2006 @ 15:31 |
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qsuite 2.0 and 2.1 are free utilities you can use with most benq drives. The full use of this program is only on certain models like the 1640/1650/and 1655.Some earlier models like the 1620 need the up to date firmware,but still can't get the full use of this program.
It's got several different programs:
Booktyping: Sets your plus format media: R/RW/R DL to dvd-rom. Also known as bit-setting. Helps with stand alone compatability.Booktyping with a benq will give you the highest stand alone compatability on stand alone players and other dvd drives.
Q-Scan: Test out your blank discs and see if that drive will handle them. Takes about 2-3 mins at whatever speed you select,then you can up that speed to see if it'll handle them,and up it some more.
Overspeed: Benqs are notorious for overburning 8x media to 12x and even 16x. Enabling overspeed will allow your benq to burn 8x media at it's rated speed of 8x. No more overburning. Some programs may limit you to burn at a very slow speeds and max speed-not allowing you 4x or 8x as a choice-usually single drive pcs.
Solidburn: This program learns how to properly burn the media after several burns.
WOPC: Walking optimal power control- Adjusts the laser to the condition of the blank disc
Info: Tells you the MID code of your blank media
Test write: Self explanatory
Usually the solidburn/overspeed/and booktyping is all I worry about.
Here's a link for that utility:
http://support.benq.com/front/BenqMain.asp?MenuHead=128&ShowType=...
I use 2.0
Some bugs were in the 2.1 version,but other members having success with it. I'm not sure the differences between the 2.
HP a1118x-b/athlon 64-3300+/BenQ 1650 BCDC/LG 8163B/Modded Wii/Epson-R300 and Ty Watershields!!!
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zebadee
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2. May 2006 @ 15:44 |
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Hi,
There's no difference between QSuite 2 & 2.1. In terms of facilities & the way it functions. The differences are in the way it relates to the drive & it's f/w. Some folks do find that 2 is more compatable with their setup. Which is ironic since 2.1 was introduced to cure some of the problems being experienced by users & version 2.But that's what makes it interesting.
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sandgyp
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3. May 2006 @ 07:58 |
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I have been highly recommended to a 1655.I appreciate the program info as it looks very valuable.I can not believe how inexpensive this unit is thru Newegg...in fact it's kind of scary!I'm used to buying stuff at Walmart,Sams and CompUSA.
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3. May 2006 @ 11:47 |
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Personally,I wouldn't even look at a burner at wal-mart/staple's/or any other local store. Prices too high,and sometimes you don't even know who actually built the drive-example:Staple's I/O Magic drives.
Newegg.com is where I bought 2 of my last 3 benqs.The latest being the 1650 had to be ordered from canada at that time.A week later,newegg.com got them in stock for $20 cheaper, UGGH!
Don't let the price fool you. If you don't get a hold of a bad drive,which can happen from any manufacturer,that benq will perform phenomenally.
HP a1118x-b/athlon 64-3300+/BenQ 1650 BCDC/LG 8163B/Modded Wii/Epson-R300 and Ty Watershields!!!
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sandgyp
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3. May 2006 @ 11:50 |
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Thanx very much!
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gonwk
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28. July 2006 @ 21:11 |
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Hi folks,
I read this entire thread and no-one has answered the Original Question...
Q: Which is a Better drive? BenQ 1650 or the 1655? Assuming I don't really care for the "Lightscribe" option of BenQ1655.
For Example ... is 1650 quieter than 1655? Or does 1650 operate better and faster? Or since it has one less laser, so less congested casing and may be operates better? ... and so forth!
Thanks!
G!
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29. July 2006 @ 04:55 |
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My 1655 is quiet and fast, so there is no advantage or disadvantage in having either one...they are essentially the same drive.
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30. July 2006 @ 08:27 |
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Correction. The Benq 1650 is now @28.99. I just oredered one, but I may cancel and get the 1655 unless it is not worth it.
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30. July 2006 @ 09:09 |
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The only difference in between the 1650 and the 1655 in the lightscribe capabilities with the 1655. If you aren't interested in paying extra for lightscribe discs and fancy labels go for the 1650 for a few dollars less.
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30. July 2006 @ 11:57 |
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The 1650 is an awesome burner,especially for that kind of donero!!! I'd rate it well above the majority of those $80 donero and higher drives.
Best bang for the buck!!!!
But if lightscribing is what you desire,the 1655 is an awesome drive. Either way,you can't go wrong.
HP a1118x-b/athlon 64-3300+/BenQ 1650 BCDC/LG 8163B/Modded Wii/Epson-R300 and Ty Watershields!!!
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30. July 2006 @ 15:57 |
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The 1650 is an awesome burner,especially for that kind of donero!!! I'd rate it well above the majority of those $80 donero and higher drives.
Best bang for the buck!!!!
But if lightscribing is what you desire,the 1655 is an awesome drive. Either way,you can't go wrong.
Preach on brotherman!
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gonwk
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8. August 2006 @ 18:04 |
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Hi LocoEng,
Can you tell me which one of these 2 stores would deal with "Meritline" or "SuperMediaStore" to buy a 1655 ... SMS is few bucks more!
My concern is dependability of the vendor!?!?!? And th eproduct that I will get. Unfortunately NewEgg does not have these anymore!
Thanks!
G!
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StanH1000
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8. August 2006 @ 19:07 |
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I can tell you that Meritline did not send me the rebate for burner, purchased in March, within the 10-12 week promised timeframe. I did get it 19 weeks after submission, but only after nagging with repeated phone calls + two compalints to Yahoo Shopping.
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gonwk
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8. August 2006 @ 19:17 |
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Hi StanH1000,
Thanks for taking the time to give me your input. I am going to stop being cheap and for $3 more go with SMS ... sinc eit seems they are a little better.
I am going to cross my finger and hope to get a good OEM and I will be in business.
Thanks!
G!
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20. December 2006 @ 05:34 |
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with the Benq DW1650 being a rare beast now i'm digging up a few Benq threads to shout out to any UK readers that PC World are still selling these drives, but now at £25, so i bought 2 today to keep unopened as spare drives. get them while you can i say..
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21. December 2006 @ 03:36 |
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Is that 50 USD? creaky...I might have to give you my address.
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gonwk
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23. December 2006 @ 10:03 |
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I should have bought 2 of each 1640, 1650, 1655 when they were only $30 from NE.
Wish BenQ would give a Warning before getting out of the business!!!
So, now that BenQ is gone what is a Good contender for an all-around Good Ripper(Reader) and Burner? [may be I should start a new post???]
Anyways ... MERRY XMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS to YOU ALL.
G!
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