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Samsung SE-218GN/RSBD External DVD-Writer - 1 x Retail Pack - Black
- Desktop/Laptop DVD±RW USB 2.0
- Tray Mounting: Horizontal
- CD, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
- Black
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Internal
- No
- Product colour
- Black
- Disc loading type
- Tray
- Mounting
- Horizontal
- Purpose
- Desktop/Laptop
- Optical drive type
- DVD±RW
Product details
Samsung SE-218GN. Product colour: Black, Disc loading type: Tray, Mounting: Horizontal. Purpose: Desktop/Laptop, Optical drive type: DVD±RW, Interface: USB 2.0. CD write speed: 24x, DVD+R write speed: 8x, CD rewrite speed: 24x. CD read speed: 24x, CD-R read speed: 24x, CD-RW read speed: 24x. DVD drive average random access time: 220 ms, CD-ROM drive average random access time: 210 ms
Design
| Internal | No |
| Product colour | Black |
| Disc loading type | Tray |
| Mounting | Horizontal |
Performance
| Purpose | Desktop/Laptop |
| Optical drive type | DVD±RW |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Disc types supported | CD, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW |
| LightScribe | No |
| Drive device, buffer size | 0.704 MB |
Writing speed
| CD write speed | 24x |
| CD rewrite speed | 24x |
| CD-R write speed | 24x |
| CD-RW write speed | 24x |
| DVD+R write speed | 8x |
| DVD-R write speed | 8x |
| DVD-R Double Layer write speed | 6x |
| DVD+R Double Layer write speed | 6x |
| DVD+RW write speed | 8x |
| DVD-RW write speed | 6x |
| DVD-RAM write speed | 5x |
Reading speed
| CD read speed | 24x |
| CD-R read speed | 24x |
| CD-RW read speed | 24x |
| CD-ROM read speed | 24x |
| DVD+R read speed | 8x |
| DVD-R read speed | 8x |
| DVD-RW read speed | 8x |
| DVD-RAM read speed | 5x |
| DVD-ROM read speed | 8x |
| DVD-R Double Layer read speed | 8x |
| DVD+R Double Layer read speed | 8x |
| DVD+RW read speed | 8x |
Access time
| DVD drive average random access time | 220 ms |
| CD-ROM drive average random access time | 210 ms |
System requirements
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64 |
Weight & dimensions
| Width | 148 mm |
| Depth | 143 mm |
| Height | 14.4 mm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 180 mm |
| Package depth | 160 mm |
| Package height | 40 mm |
| Package weight | 350 g |
Packaging content
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Manual | Yes |
Description
The Samsung SE-218GN/RSBD external DVD writer offers a compact and portable solution for users needing to read and write to optical discs. Its USB 2.0 interface ensures broad compatibility with most desktop and laptop computers, allowing for easy plug-and-play operation without the need for external power adapters. This makes it an ideal companion for ultrabooks or systems lacking an internal optical drive. This drive supports a wide range of DVD and CD formats, including DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-ROM. It features Buffer Under Run Prevention technology to ensure reliable disc burning, minimizing the risk of coasters. The drive's slim profile and lightweight construction make it easy to transport and store, fitting seamlessly into any workspace. Whether for software installation, data backup, or media playback, the SE-218GN/RSBD provides a dependable optical drive solution. Its black finish complements modern computer aesthetics, and its retail packaging indicates it is ready for immediate use with all necessary documentation and potentially bundled software.
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