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LG GP40NW20 DVD-Writer White Retail External Double-layer
- External Slim Portable DVD-Writer
- White color finish
- USB 2.0 interface for connectivity
- Supports DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM writing
- Supports CD-R, CD-RW writing
- Reads DVD-ROM, CD-ROM
- Double Layer (DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL) support
- Powered via USB (no external power adapter needed for most configurations)
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- External DVD-Writer
- Interface
- USB 2.0
- Color
- White
- Form Factor
- External, Slim Portable
- Max DVD+R Write Speed
- 20x
- Max DVD-RW Write Speed
- 6x
Product details
The LG GP40NW20 is an external, slim portable DVD-Writer drive in white. It supports writing to DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, and DVD-RAM media, as well as reading from various DVD and CD formats. Its external design and USB interface make it convenient for use with laptops and desktops.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | External DVD-Writer |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Color | White |
| Form Factor | External, Slim Portable |
| Max DVD+R Write Speed | 20x |
Additional Specifications
| Max DVD-RW Write Speed | 6x |
| Max DVD-RAM Write Speed | 12x |
| Max CD-R Write Speed | 40x |
| Max CD-RW Write Speed | 24x |
| Supported Media | DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-ROM |
Description
The LG GP40NW20 is a sleek and portable external DVD-Writer designed for users who need optical media capabilities on the go or with systems lacking internal drives. Its slim profile and white retail finish make it an aesthetically pleasing accessory for modern laptops and desktops. The drive connects via a standard USB 2.0 interface, offering broad compatibility and plug-and-play convenience without the need for complex installations or additional power adapters in most scenarios. This versatile drive supports a comprehensive range of optical media formats. It can write to DVD+R and DVD-R discs at up to 20x speeds, rewrite to DVD+RW and DVD-RW discs at 6x speeds, and handle DVD-RAM media at 12x. It also offers robust CD burning capabilities, writing to CD-R at up to 40x and rewriting to CD-RW discs at 24x. Furthermore, it supports double-layer DVD+/-R media, allowing for higher capacity disc creation. Beyond writing, the GP40NW20 functions as a DVD-ROM and CD-ROM reader, enabling playback of movies, installation of software, and access to data stored on optical discs. Its portability, combined with its extensive format support and high write speeds, makes it an ideal solution for users needing a reliable optical drive for backups, media creation, software installation, and content playback on various computing devices.
Condition: Refurbished
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