Q: What is the maximum CD read speed of this drive?
A: The maximum CD read speed for this drive is 24x.
Q: Does this drive support dual layer media?
A: Yes, this drive supports dual layer media.
Q: What kind of interface does this external drive use?
A: This drive uses a USB 2.0 interface.
Q: What is the maximum DVD write speed of this drive?
A: The maximum DVD write speed is 8x.
Q: Is this device Mac compatible? If so, are there any specific system requirements?
A: The box says Mac and Windows 10 compatible. See the pictures below.
Q: Can I "burn" music onto cd's with this unit/ Is it a CD burner?
A: Yes, the GP60NB50 is able to write to CD's and DVD's. ^CP
A: Yes this external drive will rip CDs from original CD discs.

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Store and play files on disk with this portable LG external DVD writer. Its 8x DVD and 24x CD write speeds let you produce optical copies efficiently, and its silent play technology optimizes read speed while reducing noise. This slim LG external DVD writer supports M-DISC formats for high-quality data storage.

The ASUS Portable External DVD Burner (SDRW-08D2S-U/B) in sleek black offers versatile compatibility with both Mac and Windows via USB 2.0. It supports a wide range of disc formats, including DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, and CD-RW, with impressive burning speeds of up to 8x for DVDs and 24x for CDs. Enhanced security features include disc encryption, password protection, and hidden-file functionality. The user-friendly Drag and Burn interface simplifies the burning process to just three easy steps. Included software features CyberLink Power2Go 7 and E-Green for added convenience.
| Pros for LG - 24x Write/24x Rewrite/24x Read CD - 8x Write DVD External USB 2.0 DVD-Writer Drive - Multi | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Overall Performance, Speed, USB, Size | Ease of use, Overall Performance, USB, Size, Price | Ease of use, Performance, Price, USB, Size | Ease of use, Performance, Price, Speed, USB |
| Cons for LG - 24x Write/24x Rewrite/24x Read CD - 8x Write DVD External USB 2.0 DVD-Writer Drive - Multi | |||
| Noise | Noise, Software | Software | Software |
Customers are satisfied with the 24x Write/24x Rewrite/24x Read CD - 8x Write DVD External USB 2.0 DVD-Writer Drive, particularly its ease of use, overall performance, USB connectivity, and speed. Many appreciate its compact and portable size, as well as its reasonable price. While the design and compatibility receive positive feedback, a few customers have noted that the drive can be a bit noisy.
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Wow. I have not had a CD/DVD burner in years until now and this LG model did not disappoint. I've been recently archiving files and each DVD is about 5 gb each which is a cheap way to store data. I've had old media that hasn't been played in almost 20 years and this LG drive was able to run it to my surprise on my Mac. I'm very happy with it as this allows me to access my old media and archive new data that will last about 20 some years compared to SSDs. For that price alone, it was absolutely worth it and a steal. But I do recommend using DVD RWs for better archiving data while for music, use CD RWs.
Posted by AdamG
I have been looking for a 14" laptop with optical drive and they are impossible to find. So I had to get external DVD drive/burner. This was the cheapest available. Another pro - it is small and light, can fir into a pocket in the laptop bag. The con - it is only shipped, no store pickup, so you pay extra for shipping. And I just don;t have extra space on my desk to have another gadget dangling of my laptop. Please bring back 14" laptops with optical drives!!!
Posted by edytasz
Good price for this DVD player. Works with Windows 11. No issues at all.
Posted by Suraj