" Version 6.4.2 adds the following:

OMF import and export is significantly improved.

The Autoload song loads now as expected when its name contains the extension ".lso" or the launch of Logic Pro is interrupted by a warning dialog (e.g. authorization request from an AU plug-in).

Improved support for AU plug-in tempo synchronization.

Crossfades which are created with the crossfade tool in the Arrange window are now using "equal power" as defaultfade form.

Unused controls on control surfaces no longer create unwanted MIDI events.

Improved sample rate switching for certain audio drivers (e.g. for LynxTwo cards).

Further improvements in different areas of the application.

MU also has Unity Session Updater 3.3.3 ("Editor will now encrypt samples in .uty files. EXS24, HALion, Rex 1 support for Unity Session") and Unity Session Updater X 3.3.3 ("Unity Session Updater 3.3.3 adds "Precise Playback" engine for Finale and Sibelius users. EXS24, HALion, Rex 1 support for Unity Session. Editor will encrypt samples in .uty files.")

" All Elite Models include all cables, Dantz Retrospect Backup for Mac/PC, Intech HD Speedtools for Mac, and a 2 Year Warranty.
OWC Mercury Elite Pro 400 + USB 2.0/1.1 Combo Solution 200GB was $249.99, now $229.99
Also available 200GB OWC Neptune FireWire 400 for $199.99
Has same software, cables included - but 1 year warranty (and not USB..)
Both qualify for free delivery.
Best Regards,
Lawrence R. O'Connor
Other World Computing "

"Just a short post to let you know that on www.rpc1.org there has been a post for a third party firmware that apparently takes the NEC 2500a (used in Lacie external DVD+-R drives) (some of them - some Lacie 8x drives also use the DVR-107D which has native support in 10.3.3. NEC 2500a's are also in some Pacific Digital retail boxes as mentioned in past drive db reports-Mike) to the upcoming NEC 2510a a dual layer DVD+R9 (9GB) burner. Initially it was thought the firmware was a hoax, but it has been tested by a couple of moderators on the site who definitely know what they are doing. On post describes actually testing it using DL media with screenshots of results. It looks like there is more work to come, but this is very interesting for people who have this burner as they may be able to make the transition to DL burning without having to fork out for a new DVD writer.
See http://forum.rpc1.org/viewtopic.php?t=25531
(thread is several pages long)
Thanks, Jag
(he later wrote)
I am going to try it tonight, to see if I can flash it via USB and virtual pc in the Lacie case. (usually works if the flasher supports ext. drives, no FW drive support in VPC so USB is used) Will keep you up to date on what happens. I can test it on a PC laptop (via USB) to if Nero or DVDinfo shows that it is DL capable ( the latest software will show up it's capabilities). "

About a year or so ago there was a story on the web that Pioneer demoed a flashed (for dual layer support) drive at some show/expo. (I think the story claimed it was a DR-106D model if I remember correctly, since I believe that was before they released the 107D model, but I could be wrong).
Yesterday's news had a note about Roxio's press release that Toast 6 would be updated to support dual-layer burning. The PR mentioned a June release for the update.

" The X Lab has published Troubleshooting Mac® OS X, Second Edition, a major update to their e-book dedicated to preventing or resolving common problems with Mac OS X. The Second Edition covers both Mac OS X 10.3 Panther and Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar. The e-book format enables the reader to quickly find the solution to any of the numerous Mac OS X problems addressed in the nearly 500 pages of the Second Edition. The book is extensively hyperlinked and cross-referenced, both within the book itself and to some of the best Mac OS X troubleshooting information on the Internet. Pricing beings at US$15.00 for a single-user license. Multi-user and Site licenses are also available. For additional information, visit The X Lab. "

• Daystar G4/550 in (pismo) PowerBook G3 2000 (rated 10)
  
  (My reviews of G4 and G3 upgrades w/apps/game tests, install info, etc. are linked on the CPU upgrades page. OC/CPU module articles are on the Systems page.)

(Warning - Overclocking may not be reliable and could lead to hardware failure or corrupted data.) You can find the full reports by searching the database selecting the indicated Mac model and upgrade card brand/type. If you've upgraded the CPU on your Mac, please post an entry in the database. Search the database for entries from most every upgradable Mac model *before* you buy. (Searchable by mac model/upgrade brand). For detailed reviews with performance tests and install tips, see the CPU Upgrades page.)

CDRW Drives:
• Firewire (cased) MSI MS-8348 (48x16x48x) used w/G4 AGP (OS X 10.3) (listed under "other" brands, using Patchburn II for Panther burn support.)
• IDE Liteon LTR-52327S (52x32x52) in Dual G4 DDR (OS X 10.3)
  (native burn support in 10.2.8 and later)
  
  DVD-R + DVD-RAM Drives:
• IDE Panasonic LFD521 in Dual G4 (OS X 10.3 and 9.2 reports)
  (dated 5/10 but not posted until today due to missing info that had to be requested by email)
  
  DVD-R Drives:
• IDE Toshiba SD-R5112 in B&W G3 (OS X 10.3)
  (noted not bootable from CD using C key - see past reports from B&W G3 owners for other tips. )
  
  DVD+R/RW + DVD-R/RW Drives:
• IDE Plextor PX-712A in Dual G4 (OS X 10.3)
  (didn't really comment on iApps burn support - but asked if he tried Patchburn II)
  (Illustrated CD drive install guide here covers G4 towers up to the Digital Audio Model, Beige G3 MT and B&W G3 Macs)
  
  Hard Drives:
• IDE Fujitsu MGP3102AT 10GB in B&W G3 (OS X)
  (noted drive disappeared after 10.2 update)
  (Reader FYI - Illustrated guide to adding a 2nd HD here in B&W G3 rev2 and G4 towers up to the QuickSilver models.
  IDE articles page RAID section has an illustrated guide for adding 2 more drives in the side bays.)

You can find full owner reports (latest shown first) by searching the database by drive/brand/interface/mac models (the latest reports are shown first in searches). For guides to installing CD/CDRW/DVD drives or Hard drives in many mac models, see the IDE Articles page. The Firewire articles page also has guides on case kits, installing drives, etc.
If you've added a IDE, SCSI, Firewire or USB hard drive, CDRW, tape drive, etc. make sure you add a report to the database. (If you post an updated entry - make sure you use the same name, etc. as you did before so I can find your past entry. Thanks.)
(Incomplete entries are deleted. Do not post questions in the database, it's for drive reports not questions on what drive to buy - for that try searching the database for reports from owners of your mac model on the drive type/brand/interface, etc. you're interested in.)