LG - 8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive - Black
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Description
Features
Multiformat support
For DVD+R/R DL/RW, DVD-R/R DL/RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, CD-R/RW/ROM and CD-DA media.
Silent Play
Offers optimal noise reduction (CD-DA ,Video-CD, DVD-Video).
Jamless Play
Reduces interruptions for smooth playback.
6x maximum DVD±R DL write speeds and 8x maximum DVD±R write speeds
For rapid disc creation.
8x maximum DVD-ROM SL/DL read speeds
Ensure fast operation.
5x maximum DVD-RAM write speed
For fast disc burning.
Quick writing and rewriting
24x maximum CD-RW write speeds for fast disc burning.
24x maximum CD-ROM read speed
For fast operation.
0.75MB cache buffer and underrun prevention function
Help eliminate errors for smooth disc burns.
USB interface
Delivers rapid data transfer and wide compatibility with PC systems.
160 ms average for DVD and 140 ms for CD access time
To help you complete your tasks quickly.
What's Included
- LG 8x External USB 2.0 Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive
Manuals & Guides
Key Specs
- Optical Media SupportedCD-DA, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD+RW DL, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-RW, DVD-RW DL, DVD-Video, Video CD
- Dual Layer Media SupportedYes
- Microsoft Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP; Mac OS X
- M-Disc ReadyYes
- Maximum Read Speeds8
- Maximum Write Speeds8
- Included SoftwarePower2Go, Power Backup, You Cam, Label Print
General
- Product Name8x External USB Double-Layer DVD±RW/CD-RW Drive
- BrandLG
- Model NumberSP80NB80
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Compatibility
- Drive LocationExternal
- Drive TypeDVD Writer
- Optical Media SupportedCD-DA, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD+RW DL, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM DL, DVD-RW, DVD-RW DL, DVD-Video, Video CD
- Dual Layer Media SupportedYes
- Operating System CompatibilityApple iOS, Mac, Windows
- Microsoft Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP; Mac OS X
- M-Disc ReadyYes
Connectivity
- USB
Performance
- Maximum Read Speeds8
- Maximum Write Speeds8
- Overall Maximum Write Speed8 times
- Cache Buffer0.75 megabytes
- Average Access Time160
Dimension
- Product Height0.5 inches
- Product Width5.7 inches
- Product Length5.4 inches
- Product Weight0.44 pounds
- Cord Length8 inches
Included
- Included SoftwarePower2Go, Power Backup, You Cam, Label Print
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - PartsNot available
- Manufacturer's Warranty - LaborNot available
Other
- UPC719192624894
Customer rating
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 5505 reviews
(5,505 Reviews)Customer images
Features
Quality4 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Super slim, fantastic plug n play optical drive
|Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality4 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I needed an optical drive as my 2018 Mac (as well as my work MBP) does not have one. This was primarily to pull archived MP3 data of albums burned for storage long ago. On sale for $20 - the LG was a no brainer. For Mac, none of the included software is required.. fires right up (in my case USB-A>USB-C).. Reads everything I’ve thrown at it so far.. Data discs took a little longer, but got there. 4 stars because the build quality is a little suspect. The pictures imply a metallic housing, but it’s most definitely shiny plastic. I’ve had great luck with LG.. and this seems to be no exception. Recommended!
Features
Quality4 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Valuable DVD read write
|Posted .The unit works great for adding dvd capability to a newer computer without built in dvd capability.
I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Great external DVD Writer
|Posted .Served my purpose to use with my new laptop. I burned videos I created for family members of a recent family wedding I attended. Mac and Windows Compatible, with a two year service warranty.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use1 out of 5Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Bundled video player program expires after 30 days
Posted .Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use1 out of 5I recommended purchase of this external DVD to my sister as her laptop internal optical drive was flaky. It has worked flawlessly until yesterday when she got a message from the bundled video player application Cyberlink PowerDVD 18 that "your 30 day trial period has expired". The only options appear to be close the player (your DVD won't play with player app closed) or press a BUY NOW button requiring upgade to an unwanted / unneeded "premium" video player version for $50 or more. Can't believe 30 days after purchase this LG DVD player has become worthless because bundled software expired. Did a chat with BestBuy.com online, agent said I'd have to pay upgrade to continue using the program. There is nothing in the listing that says software will expire in 30 days requiring expensive upgrade or subscription. According to the listing, included software is Power2Go, Power Backup, You Cam, Label Print. Why exactly we have PowerDVD 18 installed, & why it refuses to let us decline to upgrade to premium features we don't want, we don't understand. Very disappointed to have a useless video player after 30 days, feel kinda blindsided by this roadblock to continued use. Chat agent suggested I call the store, that is next.
Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use1 out of 5No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from LGAnswers
Posted .We are sorry to see you are having trouble using your disc drive. For assistance, please give our computer specialists a call at 800-243-0000. ^CP
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent buy for a DVD reader/writer
|Posted .I have used the LG DVD reader/writer extensively. It's slim silhouette is a bonus!
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality4 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great value.
|Posted .Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.Features
Quality4 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5This is a nice external drive. Everything works as expected. Excellent price, and we’ll see how long it last.
Features
Quality4 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent DVD Drive
|Posted .The LG external DVD writer offers excellent USB connectivity providing quick and easy transfers between multiple computers.
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Light weight
|Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Love my external drive! Perfect size, weight & storage space.
Features
Quality5 out of 5Value5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Q: QuestionDoes this come with a USB port and/or power chord or do you have to buy one seperately? Also can I record or Rewrite a downloaded AVI or WMV files on this DVD drive and play it back not only on this device, but on a DVD player?
Asked by BrotherJR.
- A:Answer It comes with a USB cable (about 20" long) and is powered by the USB port. You don't need a separate power cord. I've not tried to burn files using this drive, but the drive says it can read and write.
Answered by jtsstl
Q: QuestionCan I play a movie on this DVD Drive?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer Yes, this DVD drive plays movies.
Answered by CommunityAnswer
Q: QuestionCan this connect to a Mac Air computer to upload software from discs?
Asked by Mainemac.
- A:Answer Yes, it is Mac OS X compatible.
Answered by CommunityAnswer
Q: QuestionCan you play CD games while it's plugged into the laptop
Asked by Charles.
- A:Answer The only difference between this LG Slim Portable DVD Writer DVD Disc Playback & DVD M-DISC™ Support, Model # SP80NB80 and a built-in DVD Disc drive in a laptop is that one is internal and this one is external otherwise it functions the same way...^IFV
Answered by LGAnswers
Q: QuestionI just bought a Ultra Slim Portable DVD writer SP80nb80. Windows 8.1 Error message: MPEG-2 video support is not available for this product, upgrade your product. I just wanted an external DVD player. Now what?
Asked by jghsilo.
- A:Answer The product does not include software for playing DVDs. I would try downloading VLC player. It's free, so worth a try.
Answered by jtsstl
Q: QuestionCan you burn photo copies on a CD with this?
Asked by Kitty.
- A:Answer Yes you can copy pictures on CD with this project
Answered by Speedbunny
Q: QuestionJust purchased an acer 13.3 media tek chrome book. Do I need this 8x external usb double layer DVD/rw/cd-rw write drive to play and watch movies from a disc? I
Asked by Edie.
- A:Answer HI Edie. The whole concept about Chromebooks is built around being able to store things in the cloud and you may be able to use the LG Slim Portable DVD Writer DVD Disc Playback & DVD M-DISC™ Support, Model # SP80NB80 with it but it may have some limitations so you will want to check with your Chromebooks manufacturer first. Some Chrome books can read CD, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-RW discs. The Chrome OS can read files from any of the above-mentioned discs if they are written in data or media format. You may be able to copy files off optical media to your drive as long as they are actual media files, not CD music or DVD videos. You can also play media files directly from a disk. However, there are serious limitations to what an external DVD drive for Chromebook can do, since the system was created to function primarily online. There is no way to write files to an optical disk for Chromebook. USB devices, including external DVD drives, function as read-only. You can read the information on a disk as long as it’s in an accepted format, but you cannot write information to it. You can’t play music CDs or DVD videos with a Chromebook DVD drive because Chrome OS does not support optical disks to let you play music or movies. The primary reason for this is that Chrome OS doesn’t come with codecs. Codecs are necessary to compress and decompress large files like DVD videos. If you want to play DVDs on your Chromebook, you’ll need to install Linux. Even though you can’t play content directly from CDs or DVDs, there is a way to play music and movies on your Chromebook. Google has confirmed that you can play music files, like mp3s, and converted video files, like mp4s. So to watch movies, you first need to convert your files into a supported type...^IFV
Answered by LGAnswers