Hitachi-LG GP60NW60 External DVD-RW Drive

The Hitachi-LG GP60NW60 is a portable external optical drive designed for users who need reliable CD and DVD reading and writing capabilities. This slim external drive connects via USB 2.0 and features an 8x DVD write speed, making it suitable for data backup, media playback, and disc burning tasks.

Slim Portable Design

Measuring just 14mm in height with dimensions of 144mm x 135.5mm, this external DVD-RW drive offers a compact footprint that fits easily into laptop bags or desk setups. The white finish provides a clean aesthetic that complements modern devices. The tray-loading mechanism ensures reliable disc access across all supported media types.

Comprehensive Media Support

This Super-Multi DVD rewriter supports an extensive range of disc formats including CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, and DVD M-DISC. The M-DISC compatibility is particularly valuable for long-term archival storage, offering data preservation that can last up to 1000 years.

Performance Specifications

The GP60NW60 delivers 24x read and write speeds for CD media and 8x write speed for DVD+RW and DVD-R formats. DVD-RW discs are written at 6x speed. Read performance includes 24x for CDs and 8x for DVDs. Access times are 140ms for CD-ROM, 160ms for DVD-ROM, and 200ms for DVD-RAM, with a 0.75MB buffer ensuring smooth data transfer during burning operations.

USB 2.0 Connectivity

The drive connects through USB 2.0 interface, providing broad compatibility with laptops and desktop computers. This plug-and-play connection eliminates the need for external power adapters in most use cases, drawing power directly from the USB port. The interface ensures reliable data transfer for both reading and writing operations.

Technical Specifications

Device Type
External DVD-RW

Enclosure Type
External

Colour
White

Interface
USB 2.0

Dimensions
Width: 144mm
Depth: 135.5mm
Height: 14mm

Type
External Optical

Read Speed
CD: 24x
DVD: 8x

Write Speed
CD-R: 24x
CD-RW: 24x
DVD-R: 8x
DVD-RW: 6x
DVD+RW: 8x

Supported Media Types
CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD M-DISC

Media Load Type
Tray

Access Time
CD-ROM: 140ms
DVD-ROM: 160ms
DVD-RAM: 200ms

Buffer Size
0.75MB

Features
Super-Multi Portable Slim 8x DVD Rewriter

Packaging
Retail

• Disc Type: External DVD-RW
• Blu-Ray Speed: None
• DVDRW Speed: 8x
• Packaging: Retail