HP GH15L 16X SATA Multi DVD+RW LightScribe 5.25-Inch Optical Drive

SKU GH15L

Brand HP

Internal SATA DVD+/-RW Optical Drive.
Interface: SATA.
Max Write Speed: 16x DVD+/-R.
Supports DVD+RW and DVD-RW media.
Supports CD-R/RW media.
Includes LightScribe Direct Disc Labeling technology.
Form Factor: 5.25-Inch Bay.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Internal Optical Drive
Brand: HP
Part Number: GH15L
Interface: SATA
Drive Type: DVD+/-RW
Supported Media: DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW

Product details

The HP GH15L is a 5.25-inch internal SATA optical drive featuring 16x write speed for DVD+/-R media. It supports DVD+RW and DVD-RW formats, along with CD-R/RW, and includes LightScribe technology for direct disc labeling.

Technical Information

Product Type	Internal Optical Drive
Brand	HP
Part Number	GH15L
Interface	SATA
Drive Type	DVD+/-RW

Additional Specifications

Supported Media	DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
Max Write Speed	16x DVD+/-R
Max Rewrite Speed	8x DVD+RW, 6x DVD-RW
Max Read Speed	16x DVD-ROM, 48x CD-ROM
Technology	LightScribe

Description

The HP GH15L is a standard 5.25-inch internal optical drive that connects via a SATA interface, making it compatible with most modern desktop computer systems. This drive offers versatile functionality for reading and writing various DVD and CD formats. It supports DVD+R and DVD-R media with a maximum write speed of 16x, allowing for relatively quick burning of discs. Additionally, it can rewrite DVD+RW media at up to 8x and DVD-RW media at up to 6x, providing flexibility for data storage and backup needs. The drive also handles all standard CD-R and CD-RW media, ensuring broad compatibility with older disc formats. A standout feature of the GH15L is its inclusion of LightScribe technology. LightScribe allows users to burn custom labels directly onto the surface of specially coated LightScribe discs using the drive's laser. This eliminates the need for adhesive labels or marker pens, providing a professional and permanent way to identify and personalize optical media. To use this feature, users simply flip the disc over after burning data, insert it back into the drive, and use LightScribe software to etch a label onto the dye layer. This drive is suitable for a range of applications, including software installation, media playback (DVD movies, music CDs), data archiving, and creating custom discs. Its SATA interface ensures faster data transfer compared to older IDE drives. The combination of robust DVD and CD support, decent write speeds, and the unique LightScribe labeling capability makes the HP GH15L a functional and convenient optical drive for users who still rely on optical media.

Condition: Refurbished