Pioneer BDR-UD04, with Vantec Premium Enclosure NST-510S3-BK, Blu-ray Writer Drive, 4K Ultra HD, Slimline USB 3.1 Gen1 (USB 3.1 Micro-B, 3.0 / 2.0 compatible, Firmware 1-14, Reads 4K UHD Discs, Libre-Drive Friendly😉.

Product Details

Pioneer BDR-UD04 Ultra HD 4K Slimline Blu-ray Writer with LibreDrive-Friendly Firmware 1.14 and Asmcom Carry Case. Supplied in a premium Vantec NST-510S3-BK Super Slim enclosure, beautifully finished in black with an elegant satin finish.

Global 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee!

🖥️Experience Cinematic Excellence Anywhere: Unlock stunning 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray playback with the Pioneer BDR-UD04, housed in the premium Vantec NST-510S3-BK Super Slim enclosure. 

🔗 Unique Libre-Drive Compatibility: The Pioneer BDR-S13EBK, equipped with stock firmware 1-03, embraces Libre-Drive compatibility, providing a heightened level of adaptability.

💾 M-DISC & BDXL Support: Experience extended data archiving capabilities with Support for M-DISC and BDXL technologies.

Asmcom Stable Power Loom

⚡ Asmcom’s Stable Power Loom Kit – Exclusive to UHD Friendly Drives
Every new Hitachi BU40N now includes Asmcom’s USB Stable Power Loom, a custom-designed 200cm cable developed after months of real-world testing on Mac Mini, Microsoft Surface, laptops and other low-power USB systems. To the best of our knowledge, this is the world’s first USB power stabilisation cable designed specifically for UHD optical drives.
The loom lets an optional regulated 5VDC external power supply deliver clean, stable power directly to the drive, while USB continues to handle data communication, significantly improving voltage stability during demanding UHD disc reading and helping eliminate read instability caused by fluctuating USB bus power.
Features:

• ⚡ Exclusive Asmcom USB Stable Power Loom (200cm)
• 🔌 USB 3.1 Micro-B to USB Type-A with integrated 5VDC power input
• 🛡️ Built-in backfeed protection to protect your computer’s USB port
• 💻 Designed for Mac, Windows and Linux host-powered optical drives
• 📀 Helps maximise drive stability when reading UHD Blu-ray discs under heavy USB workloads
• 🔄 Optional USB-A to USB-C adaptor available for USB-C equipped computers

Designed by Asmcom. Manufactured exclusively for UHD Friendly Drives.

Important Information

📀 Important Usage Recommendation: To preserve the lifespan of your Blu-ray drive, we do not recommend using it for direct playback of movie discs. Continuous playback can lead to premature laser wear. Our drives are ripping-optimised, not for regular movie playback.
✅ Instead, use trusted third-party software like MakeMKV to convert your 4K discs into a digital file or ISO container, which is a more reliable and drive-friendly solution for playback on your device.

The UHD Friendly Drives Service

💎 Global 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee!

🔧 Testing and Secure Packaging for Unmatched Performance: Every drive we offer is brand new and undergoes meticulous testing for 4K compatibility, ensuring a seamless experience. We connect each drive to our computer systems. We test using a sample set of movie discs, including BD100, BD66, BD50, and a DVD Disc. After testing, we securely and expertly package the drive to ensure it reaches you in pristine condition. Our commitment to secure packaging reflects our dedication to protecting your purchase. We meticulously pack all products to withstand the journey and arrive safely at your doorstep, so you receive your purchase in optimal condition.

🖥️💿 Brand-New Condition: Beyond the testing process, rest assured that aside from the testing procedure, the drive remains brand new, free from wear or tear.

🎥 4K Playback Considerations: While we cannot guarantee direct “plug-and-play” functionality for 4K discs on your computer, our drive is designed to read them flawlessly. Additional software (not included in this sale) offers versatile options, including backing up, burning, and copying your movie collection. 

🔍 Tested Unofficial Playback with VLC: We have successfully tested playback on some of our operating systems using VLC. However, for optimal results, we strongly recommend using third-party software, such as MakeMKV, to process the 4K disc and create a file or ISO container better suited for playback on your device.

📼 Software Compatibility: Compatible with industry-leading software solutions, including MakeMKV, AnyDVDHD, and Leawo Prof. Media 13 All-in-one Pack, for seamless multimedia integration.

📧 Exceptional Customer Support – We’ve Got You Covered: At UHD Friendly Drives, your satisfaction is our top priority. We proudly stand behind the quality of every product we sell. If your optical drive arrives damaged or defective, rest assured we’ll make it right with fast, hassle-free support.

🛠️ Full Support for 12 Months: Enjoy peace of mind with one full year of customer support. Whether you have a question, concern, or issue, our team is here to help—before, during, and after your purchase.

🔄 Returns & Refunds – What You Need to Know

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery, provided the following conditions are met:

• 📦 The item must be returned in its complete original packaging, in undamaged condition.
• 📉 A 20% deduction will apply if any part of the packaging is missing or damaged.
• 🔁 All returns are subject to a mandatory 10% restocking and retesting fee.

🔍 Why a Retesting Fee?
We carefully retest every returned drive, even if it is unopened, because Blu-ray drives contain fragile components, especially the laser reader, which can be affected by transit shock. The retesting fee helps cover this thorough quality-assurance process, ensuring every resold unit is fully functional and ready for its next owner.

Thank you for choosing UHD Friendly Drives. We’re always here to support you!

Pioneer Optical Drives

As you may know, Pioneer has unfortunately ceased global manufacturing and support for optical drives. UHD Friendly Drives can no longer offer direct manufacturer support or warranty for Pioneer Blu-ray drives. While this change impacts the traditional warranty support we’ve been able to provide, we want to reassure you that our commitment to supporting you remains unwavering. Here’s how we are continuing to assist:

• 12-Month Customer Support: For any Pioneer Blu-ray optical drives purchased from us, we offer 12 months of customer support, which includes troubleshooting assistance, setup guidance, and technical help for any issues that may arise during this period. We’re here for you!
• 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If you’re not completely satisfied with your Pioneer Blu-ray Writer Drive for any reason, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. You can return the product within 30 days of receipt for a full refund, provided it’s in its original condition and includes all packaging and accessories. While Pioneer no longer offers direct warranty support, we remain confident in the reliability of these drives, which have earned their reputation as top-tier products.

We understand that this change may be disappointing, and we want to emphasise that Pioneer Blu-ray optical drives are incredibly reliable and of the highest quality. We highly recommend them to anyone who hasn’t yet experienced their exceptional performance. They remain one of the best choices on the market for those seeking superior optical drive performance.

Thank you for being so understanding and for continuing to trust us. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you every step of the way!

🛠️ Technical Issues Resolution: If you encounter challenges integrating the drive into your system, please do not initiate a return or declare it non-functional. Instead, contact our dedicated customer support team. We are committed to addressing and resolving any technical issues promptly and comprehensively.

On firmware 1.14, please note: Do not flash this drive to any other firmware, as it may not read UHD discs and may void your warranty.

Bonus Software: Nero Burn & Archive Software on CD

🔧 Testing and Secure Packaging for Unmatched Performance: Every drive we offer is brand new and undergoes meticulous testing for 4K compatibility, ensuring a seamless experience. We connect each drive to our computer systems. Testing uses a sample set of movie discs, including BD100, BD66, BD50, and a DVD Disc.

Brand-New Condition: Beyond the testing process, rest assured that aside from the testing procedure, the drive remains brand new, free from wear or tear.

Reliability in Action: As evidenced by our comprehensive tests, the BDR-UD04 excels in reading BD100 3-layer discs without a glitch, retries, or read errors. The drive’s consistent, flawless performance underscores its dependability across various discs.

Visual Confirmation: For added assurance, refer to the accompanying picture showcasing the successful reading of a lengthy list of BD100 3-layer discs. This visual representation underscores the BDR-UD04’s exceptional reliability and ability to process discs error-free.

Software Supported: Linux (Ubuntu, Mint, and Manjaro)- Tested and Supported. Please do not order for other Linux versions that have not been tested yet. If you have any queries, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Note: Avoid flashing this drive with other firmware, as it may prevent the drive from reading UHD discs and could void your warranty.

What’s included and in the box

 1 x Pioneer BDR-UD04 Ultra HD 4K Blu-ray Writer fitted to a premium Vantec NST-510S3-BK Super Slim enclosure.
**1 x Asmcom’s Stable Power Loom and Power Supply to Suit Country of Origin**

**1 x Asmcom Carry Case.**

 

Features

• Slimline Blu-ray writer with 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray playback
• USB 3.1 GEN 1 with USB3.1 Micro-B connection
• 6x maximum write / 4 x maximum read speeds for BD-R/BD-R DL
• Compact and lightweight, ideally suited for use with a notebook or ultrabook
• Stores up to 100GB on a BDXL Disc / 8.5GB on a Double Layer DVD / 4.7GB on a standard DVD
• Fully compliant with MDISC archiving technology

Overview

🔒 Keep Your Data Safe: Optical discs are becoming the most reliable medium for archiving your valuable data. However, as notebook manufacturers increasingly omit optical drives for slimmer designs, Verbatim offers the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Writer. Use it to create secure backups of irreplaceable files, such as family photos, videos, and important documents.

💽 Nero Burn & Archive Software: The 4K Ultra HD Slimline External Blu-ray Writer is compatible with a range of optical discs, from the massive 100GB BDXL to a simple 700MB CD! The bundled, award-winning Nero Burn & Archive software includes features such as DiscSpan, MediaHome, and SecureDisc Technology to help you efficiently organise, burn, and archive your data. 

⚡ Fast Burning: Get your data saved quickly! Burn a standard DVD at 8x speed, a single-layer or double-layer Blu-ray at 6x speed, and a BDXL disc at 4x speed. With buffer underrun protection, you’ll avoid interruptions during recording, ensuring smooth, flawless burns.

🌱 Save Energy: Designed with energy conservation in mind, the Blu-ray writer supports Zero Power ODD (Optical Disc Drive). When not in use, it reduces the drive’s power consumption to zero, helping you save energy and reduce your carbon footprint.

System Requirements

 PC: Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 900MHz or higher, 512MB RAM or higher, available USB port, Windows 7/8/10.

MAC: Intel Mac, 512MB RAM or higher, available USB port, Mac OS X 10.6 or higher

• Minimum requirements for PC-Systems to play Ultra HD Discs/Films. Note: Playback is no longer guaranteed directly from the drive, as CyberLink now supports Intel processors. See the web link below:
• Operating System: Windows 10 (min. Version 1511)
• Processor: Intel Core i (7th Generation to 10th Generation)
• Mainboard: Intel SGX Support
• Graphic Card: HEVC-10bit/AVC Codec support
• Display: 4K/UHD Display (HDMI 2.0a/DisplayPort 1.3 with HDCP 2.2 support)
• Cable: HDMI 2.0a/DisplayPort 1.3 without the use of an Adapter, splitter, or Repeater
• RAM: 4GB (6GB recommended)
• Software:  Intel Management Engine, Intel SGX, CyberLink PowerDVD (min. Version 17, not included)

https://www.cyberlink.com/support-center/faq/content?id=26690

Product Specifications

Write

 6X CAV at BD-R/-R DL/-R 

4X Z-CLV at BD-R TL/-R QL

2X CLV at BD-RE/-RE DL/-RE TL

8X CAV at DVD-R/+R

8X Z-CLV at DVD+RW

4X P-CAV at DVD-R DL/+R DL

6X Z-CLV at DVD-RW

5X Z-CLV at DVD-RAM

24X CAV at CD-R

24X Z-CLV at CD-RW

4X Z-CLV at M-Disc

 Read

 4X P-CAV at UHD BD 

6X CAV at BD-ROM/-R/-R DL/-R/-RE/-RE DL

4X P-CAV at BD-R TL/-R QL/-RE TL

8X CAV at DVD-ROM/-R/+R/-RW/+RW/-R DL/+RDL

5X Z-CLV at DVD-RAM

24X CAV at CD-ROM/-R/-RW

8X CAV at M-Disc