Pioneer external 5.25" USB drives for sale (Asus BW-16D1H-U Pro & BW-16D1X-U) - already 4K UHD crossflashed & tested

[skyrider]

I'll periodically update this post so that it always reflects the current number of available drives.
Last updated - 26 April 2026

There are only 6 drives left.

Hello everyone,
I'd like to offer you ASUS 5.25" BW-16D1H-U Pro & ASUS 5.25" BW-16D1X-U external Blu‑ray drives for sale.
They come from a standard 14‑day return and are in like‑new condition.
(There may be slight scratches on the piano‑black surfaces, but that stuff scratches just from looking at it.)

Importantly, all units contain PIONEER drives.

The drives are in perfect condition and come as a full factory set.
The only difference between the two models is the box size and the included accessories.
Contents of the BW-16D1H-U Pro set: drive, power supply, power cable, USB cable, stand, documentation, software disc, and even a carrying bag.
The BW‑16D1X‑U includes the same items, just without the bag.

ASUS BW-16D1H-U PRO is no longer available for purchase as new.
Stores still have the last remaining units of the BW-16D1X-U model, which currently uses an LG drive.
These are no longer as reliable, both in writing and reading, as the burners equipped with Pioneer drives.
Unfortunately, no more units with Pioneer drives will be produced, as Pioneer has discontinued manufacturing these devices.

Current inventory:

Asus BW-16D1H-U Pro w. Pioneer BDR-212 @ BDR-S12UHT 1.02 – mfd. March 2023 – €400 ($470)
Asus BW-16D1H-U Pro w. Pioneer BDR-212 @ BDR-S12UHT 1.02 – mfd. April 2024 – €400 ($470)
Asus BW-16D1H-U Pro w. Pioneer BDR-212 @ BDR-S12UHT 1.02 – mfd. May 2024 – €400 ($470)
Asus BW-16D1X-U w. Pioneer BDR-212 @ BDR-S12UHT 1.02 – mfd. December 2023 – €400 ($470)
Asus BW-16D1X-U w. Pioneer BDR-212 @ BDR-S12UHT 1.02 – mfd. December 2023 – €400 ($470)
Asus BW-16D1X-U w. Pioneer BDR-212 @ BDR-S12UHT 1.02 – mfd. May 2024 – €400 ($470)

(Please note: the dates I provide are the actual manufacturing dates of the drives, not the dates when Asus assembled them into their enclosures.)

All drives have been crossflashed by me with firmware, which enables ripping 4K UHD Blu-ray discs.
The drives support BDXL media, meaning triple‑layer (100 GB) and quadruple‑layer (128 GB) discs.

I can send photos of the individual drives upon request.

I ship from Poland within one business day via DHL within the EU (shipping cost: €15) and accept PayPal payments.
Regarding questions about shipping to the USA, I can offer FedEx shipping for €50 ($60).
You can return the drive within 14 days if you are not satisfied or if you changed your mind.

Contact me via email: darnowski(at)o2.pl or send me a PM.

If you are interested in Pioneer internal 5.25" drives:
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=41303

If you are interested in Pioneer external slimline USB drive:
viewtopic.php?f=20&t=41501

[skyrider]

Current inventory updated.

[ragnarok32]

Hi,
I’m interested with a ASUS BW-16D1H-U PRO : can I choose a specific drive in your inventory and have some photos ?

Is there an active warranty with Asus for these drives ? Are they reliable over time ?

I can’t send PM for the moment.

Thank you in advance !

[skyrider]

Hi,
I’m interested with a ASUS BW-16D1H-U PRO : can I choose a specific drive in your inventory and have some photos ?

Is there an active warranty with Asus for these drives ? Are they reliable over time ?

I can’t send PM for the moment.

Thank you in advance !

I replied to your email and sent you the photos of the drives you asked for.

[ragnarok32]

I wanted to leave a comment regarding the purchase of a ASUS BW-16D1H-U PRO drive : I had very good communication throughout the entire process, from the purchase to the delivery, which was completed yesterday. The package was very well packed, and I received it in the same condition as shown in the photo before shipping. The drive works very well, but I find it noisier compared to my previous internal drives.
Everything was fine.