---
product_id: 230286094
title: "Mercury Pro USB 3.2 (5Gb/s) Super-Multi Blu-ray/DVD/CD Burner/Reader External Optical Drive with M-DISC & BDXL Support - PC and Mac"
brand: "owc"
price: "$869"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Owc"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/230286094-mercury-pro-usb-3-2-5gb-s-super-multi-blu
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# 16X Blu-ray/DVD read speed Silent fanless operation M-DISC support for archival-grade data Mercury Pro USB 3.2 (5Gb/s) Super-Multi Blu-ray/DVD/CD Burner/Reader External Optical Drive with M-DISC & BDXL Support - PC and Mac

**Brand:** owc
**Price:** $869
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💾 Archive like a pro, speed like a boss.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Mercury Pro USB 3.2 (5Gb/s) Super-Multi Blu-ray/DVD/CD Burner/Reader External Optical Drive with M-DISC & BDXL Support - PC and Mac by owc
- **How much does it cost?** $869 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/230286094-mercury-pro-usb-3-2-5gb-s-super-multi-blu)

## Best For

- owc enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted owc brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Blazing Fast 16X Speeds:** Experience ultra-quick Blu-ray and DVD reads/writes that keep your workflow seamless.
- • **Sleek Aluminum Durability:** A premium, sturdy chassis that complements your modern workspace aesthetic.
- • **Whisper-Quiet Fanless Design:** Work uninterrupted with a silent drive that won’t distract or overheat.
- • **Archival-Grade M-DISC Support:** Preserve your most important data with industry-leading longevity and reliability.
- • **Plug & Play USB 3.0 Powerhouse:** Effortless setup with blazing USB 3.0 speeds for Mac and PC compatibility.

## Overview

The OWC Mercury Pro is a high-performance external Blu-ray/DVD/CD burner and reader featuring a sleek aluminum chassis, silent fanless operation, and USB 3.0 connectivity. Supporting M-DISC and BDXL media, it ensures superior data longevity and fast 16X read/write speeds, making it an essential tool for professionals seeking reliable, archival-grade optical storage on both Mac and PC.

## Description

Versatile external optical drive with high-speed USB 3.0 interface, sleek aluminum chassis, and support for M-DISC and BDXL media for reliable data storage and playback.

Review: Plug and paly - Very good product
Review: An excellent product - This is an excellent product that dies exactly what it says on the box. Sturdily built, u like most of the cheaper products but we'll worth the money. Installed itself without any problems and was delivered as on time as promised

## Features

- Sleek, durable aluminum chassis
- Quiet, fanless operation
- High-speed USB 3.0 interface
- Supports M-DISC extended life media for superior reliability

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01IPH6170 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 7,121 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 4 in External Blu-ray Drives |
| Box Contents | (1) OWC Mercury Pro 16X External Blu-ray Burner (1) 0.6 Meters (24") USB 3.0 (Standard A to Standard B) (1) External Power Supply and Power Cable (1) User Manual |
| Brand | OWC |
| Brand Name | OWC |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 4 |
| Color | 16X |
| Compatible Devices | Computers with USB 3.0 interface and operating systems Mac OS X 10.6 or later, Windows XP or later |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Customer Package Type | Box |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 793 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium |
| Form Factor | Aluminum chassis |
| Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, Mac |
| Hardware interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware platform | Laptop, Mac |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 21.1L x 16.5W x 5.1H centimetres |
| Manufacturer | Other World Computing |
| Media Speed | 16X Blu-ray, 16X DVD, 48X CD |
| Model Name | OWC Mercury Pro |
| Model Number | OWCMR3UBDRW16 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Operating System | Windows, macOS |
| Optical Storage Read Speed | 16x |
| Optical Storage Write Speed | 48x |
| Optical storage read speed | 16x |
| Optical storage write speed | 48x |
| Product Features | Quiet |
| Special feature | Quiet |
| Specific Uses For Product | General use on computers |
| UPC | 812437022612 |

## Product Details

- **Special feature:** Quiet
- **Hardware interface:** USB 3.0
- **Brand:** OWC
- **Optical storage write speed:** 48x
- **Optical storage read speed:** 16x

## Images

![Mercury Pro USB 3.2 (5Gb/s) Super-Multi Blu-ray/DVD/CD Burner/Reader External Optical Drive with M-DISC & BDXL Support - PC and Mac - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61+-qK04H1L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this drive write 100gb m-discs like these... verbatim m disc bdxl 100gb?**
A: Hello, JC here:

For the "Newbies" out there, the term BDXL stands for Blu-Ray Extra Large.

These new disc "Look" like standard DVD/Blu-Rays, but hold a TREMENDOUS amount of data (from the standard DVD/Blu-Ray, that is). -- In fact, the BDXL's presently listed here (on Amazon), made by Verbatim, have a capacity of 100GB (Wow!, is right) - you can store (and Back-Up) a TON of data on these!

(PS/BTW - the only drawback presently is that they are EXTREMELY expensive!! at present $20 bucks, PER disc!!)

But overall the value of these new disks is NOT just in the large capacity, but in the new "tech" called M-DISC that allows you to stably & safety store your data for VERY LONG extended periods of time - with claims up to 100 YEARS (Wow! Is right). 

(But who is going to be around still to test and confirm this?!?, Right?!?)

But, regarding this question (of BDXL's), I called the OWC tech support (the makers of this drive) today, and the Tech ASSURED me that this drive SHOULD burn to the Verbatim BDXL discs....

.....He said primarily because BDXL are no different than the standard BD-R Discs (except that the BDXL's just have an added "layer" 3 total), PLUS, this drive SHOULD burn to up to the higher 4 layers anyway.

In summary, all should be able to burn to the new 100GB M-DISC platters -  Enjoy!!

**Q: The stated size: "10 x 9.2 x 5 inches" can't be correct.  what are the actual wxhxd, please?**
A: It holds my LG mdisk (OpticalDrive) perfectly.Outside size 6.5 wide, 2.25 high, about 9.25 long.

**Q: Am I able to still use usb 2.0 with this drive???**
A: Hi Harlan, You can definitely use USB 2.0 equipped computers with this optical drive!  Thankfully USB is a backwards compatible technology, and there are very few exceptions to this rule. If you have more questions I'd invite you to contact our expert support staff at owcdigital.com/support  Have a great day!

**Q: Will this drive write to dvd-r?**
A: This is the honest and objective answer from Thomas Jefferson.  This drive is simply the LG WH16NS40 drive fitted with an OWC Metal Box (https://www.amazon.com/OWC-Mercury-Optical-External-Enclosure/dp/B06XRCCV44/ref=sr_1_4?).  The purpose of the metal box is so the internal drive doesn't look so ugly when it's located outside the desktop casing.

It looks like you can simply buy the LG WH16NS40 separately on Amazon and then buy the enclosure separately and save yourself $30.

Also, if you buy this, you will be getting a warranty from OWC and not LG.  That'll make a difference if the drive stops working.  You can't call LG to ask what's going on.  OWC probably will have no idea for complicated problems.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plug and paly
*by S***N on 9 December 2025*

Very good product

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent product
*by R***R on 23 February 2022*

This is an excellent product that dies exactly what it says on the box. Sturdily built, u like most of the cheaper products but we'll worth the money. Installed itself without any problems and was delivered as on time as promised

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ UHD friendly, Good at reading scratched disc
*by D***E on 6 February 2026*

The drive Vendor HL-DT_ST (Hitachi-LG), Product BH16NS40. Has the same specification as listed. Very good at reading scratched audio disks as other USB drives would disconnect. UHD friendly drive after firmware down degrade. Very hard to get these drives in the UK, some used on Ebay!

## Frequently Bought Together

- OWC Mercury Pro 16X Blu-ray, 16X DVD, 48X CD Read/Write Solution
- Verbatim BD-R 25GB 16X Blu-ray Recordable Media Disc - 50 Pack Spindle - 98397
- Verbatim M DISC BDXL 100GB 6X with Branded Surface Blank Blu-Ray Recordable Media – 5pk Jewel Case Box,Blue

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-07*