WH16NS40 - 16X Internal SATA Blu-ray Disc Rewriter Burner BDXL M-DISC 5.25-Inch Optical Drive

Upgrade your desktop or workstation with this internal 5.25-inch Blu-ray writer designed for high-capacity disc burning, archival storage, and broad optical media support. The WH16NS40 is a SATA Blu-ray rewriter that supports standard BD-R and BD-RE media along with BDXL triple-layer and quad-layer discs up to 100GB / 128GB, plus M-DISC archival support for long-term data storage. It is a strong replacement or upgrade option for tower PCs and workstations with an available 5.25-inch optical bay, SATA data connection, and SATA power lead.

This drive supports Blu-ray, DVD, and CD read/write functionality in one unit, making it ideal for backups, media authoring, disc duplication, software installation, and long-term data archiving. It is intended for desktop systems and workstation towers, not slimline laptops or bay-less compact systems.

Technical Specifications

• Model: WH16NS40
• Device ID String: HL-DT-ST BD-RE WH16NS40
• Product Type: Internal Blu-ray Disc Rewriter / Optical Burner
• Form Factor: 5.25-inch Half-Height
• Loading Type: Tray-Loading
• Interface: SATA
• Buffer Memory: 4MB
• Buffer Protection: Buffer Underrun Prevention
• Mounting Orientation: Horizontal or Vertical
• Supported Disc Sizes: 12cm
• 8cm Disc Support: Horizontal orientation only
• Approximate Dimensions: 146 x 41.3 x 165 mm
• Approximate Weight: 750g
• Application: Desktop PC / Workstation Internal Optical Drive
• Blu-ray Write Speeds: BD-R SL up to 16X, BD-R DL up to 12X, BD-R TL / QL (BDXL) up to 6X, BD-R LTH up to 6X, BD-RE SL / DL / TL up to 2X, M-DISC up to 4X
• DVD Write Speeds: DVD+R / DVD-R up to 16X, DVD+R DL / DVD-R DL up to 8X, DVD+RW up to 8X, DVD-RW up to 6X, DVD-RAM up to 5X
• CD Write Speeds: CD-R up to 48X, CD-RW up to 24X
• Maximum Read Speeds: BD-ROM up to 12X, DVD-ROM up to 16X, CD-ROM up to 48X
• Access Time: BD-ROM 180 ms, DVD-ROM 160 ms, CD-ROM 150 ms, DVD-RAM 180 ms
• Media Support: BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-R TL, BD-R QL, BD-R LTH, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE TL, BD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM

Interchangeable / Replacement Part Numbers

• WH16NS40
• WH16NS40.AVAA10B
• HL-DT-ST BD-RE WH16NS40

✅ Confirmed Compatibility

Please note that the following list is not exhaustive. Compatibility depends on your system's specific configuration. It's essential to verify compatibility with your system or enclosure manufacturer prior to installation.

✔️ General Requirement: Any desktop PC or workstation chassis with an exposed 5.25-inch optical drive bay, available SATA data port, and SATA power lead
✔️ OptiPlex Tower Systems: 7010 MT, 9010 MT, 7020 MT, 9020 MT, selected tower configurations with front 5.25-inch bay access
✔️ XPS Tower Systems: 8300, 8500, selected full tower configurations with standard optical bay support
✔️ Precision Tower Workstations: T3600, T3610, T5600, T5610, T7600, T7610
✔️ EliteDesk / ProDesk Towers: ProDesk 400 G1-G3 Tower, ProDesk 600 G1-G3 Tower, EliteDesk 800 G1-G3 Tower, selected convertible minitower systems with optical bay support
✔️ Z Workstations: Z420, Z440, Z620, Z640, Z820, Z840
✔️ ThinkCentre Tower Systems: M92 Tower, M93 Tower, selected tower configurations with front 5.25-inch optical bay
✔️ ThinkStation Workstations: P300, P500, S30, D30
✔️ Custom Desktop Builds: ATX and micro-ATX tower cases from major motherboard and chassis brands that include a front-access 5.25-inch optical drive bay
✔️ Powered External Optical Enclosures: Compatible when installed in a proper 5.25-inch USB optical enclosure with dedicated external power and full-size SATA optical-drive support

☑️ Key Features

☑️ Internal 5.25-inch SATA Blu-ray rewriter for desktop PCs and workstations
☑️ Supports BD-R writing up to 16X for fast Blu-ray data burning
☑️ BDXL support for triple-layer and quad-layer Blu-ray media up to 100GB / 128GB
☑️ M-DISC archival support for long-term data storage
☑️ Multi-format optical support for Blu-ray, DVD, and CD media
☑️ Tray-loading design with horizontal or vertical mounting support
☑️ 4MB buffer with underrun protection for more reliable disc burning
☑️ Excellent for backups, media authoring, archival storage, disc creation, and software installation
☑️ Strong replacement option for failed or outdated internal optical drives in compatible tower systems

Optional External Use Upgrade

Want to use this Blu-ray burner externally instead of installing it inside a desktop? Pair it with this 5.25-Inch SATA Optical Drive External USB 3.2 Enclosure to convert the drive into a portable external unit.

This is a great option for users who want the flexibility to use the drive with multiple systems without opening a desktop case. It lets you turn the internal optical drive into an external Blu-ray, DVD, and CD burner that can travel with you, move between workstations, or stay on your desk for quick access whenever needed.

• ☑️ Converts this internal 5.25-inch SATA optical drive into an external USB solution
• ☑️ Ideal for laptops, desktops, and workstations that do not have an internal 5.25-inch drive bay
• ☑️ Great for portable disc burning, backups, media access, and archival work
• ☑️ Convenient option for users who want to take their Blu-ray burner with them and use it externally

You can add the enclosure separately here: External USB Optical Drive Enclosure

⚙️ Fit Notes

• This drive is designed for desktop towers and workstation systems with a standard 5.25-inch optical drive bay
• Requires both a SATA data cable and SATA power connection
• This is not compatible with most laptops, all-in-one systems, ultra-small-form-factor systems, or cases with no external 5.25-inch bay
• For external use, install it in a 5.25-inch powered USB optical enclosure designed for full-size SATA optical drives
• Commercial Blu-ray movie playback requires compatible playback software and a supported video / display environment
• Some modern desktop cases no longer include 5.25-inch front bays, so physical chassis fitment should be checked before ordering
• If using 8cm discs, horizontal mounting is recommended
• If your original drive model or replacement target is WH16NS40 or one of the listed device-family identifiers above, this is the correct drive family to match