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LG Super-Multi External DVD Rewriter with SecurDisc and LightScribe GE24LU20

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Slim external drive connects via USB 2.0
LightScribe direct disc labeling
SecurDisc data protection technology
Maximum DVD±R write speed of 24X and CD write speed of 48X
Supports double layer DVD+R, dual layer-R discs (8.5GB)

LG Super-Multi External DVD Rewriter with SecurDisc and LightScribe GE24LU20

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Minimum RAM: 256 MB

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Product Description

Simply plug in the LG Super-Multi GE24LU20 external optical disc and burn CDs at 48x and DVD±Rs at 24x speeds. LightScribe direct disc labeling gives you the abilty to etch customized labels onto a special coated LightScribe disc (sold separately) while SecurDisc technology allows you to protect and share data securely. All in an attractive package, the LG GE24LU20 delivers what you want for your CD and DVD burning needs.

From the Manufacturer

Is it a DVD ReWriter? Or something better?

You're disc is ready quickly with an LG 24x internal DVD burner with 24x writing speed. SecurDisc technology also keeps your media safe from tampering, and LightScribe technology allows you to create silkscreen-quality labels right inside the drive, with just a flip of the disc.

Key Features

24x DVD±R Write Speed

We know you care about your media, so LG makes it simple to back it up with an ultra-fast 24x DVD+/- burner.

48x CD Write Speed

Burn your data fast with 48x writing speed CD writing capabilities.

Double/Dual Layer Compatible

Double/Dual discs give desktop users the ability to store the maximum amount of data on their DVDs, including up to four hours of high-quality video, bonus content, and other large media.

Other Features

USB 2.0 Interface

An advanced USB interface transfers raw data between computer and optical drive at rapid speeds.

SecurDisc Technology

SecurDisc is an innovative technology giving users the means to protect and share data securely, via data protection and content access-control of your media.

LightScribe Direct Disc Labeling

>LightScribe is a laser-printing technology that allows users to create silkscreen-quality labels right inside LG optical drives, by simply flipping over the exclusive LightScribe disc.

Product information

Product Dimensions

6.2 x 9.1 x 2 inches

Item Weight

2.6 pounds

Shipping Weight

4 pounds

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B003TTK2X4

Item model number

GE24LU20

Customer Reviews

134 customer reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#355 in Electronics > Computers & Accessories > Computer Components > External Optical Drives > DVD Drives
#1,367 in Electronics > Computers & Accessories > External Components

Date first available at Amazon.com

June 24, 2010

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Fantastic on OS X 10.6.8 (13" MacBook1,1)

ByC. Costaon December 12, 2011

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So, my SuperDrive DL DVD burner drive on my 2006 MacBook finally died. Rather than waste the (time or) money to replace or repair it, I decided to go with an external. This one seemed to be pretty popular among the Mac crowd and it was pretty cheap. Had all the features I wanted, DL DVD burning, external power (USB powered gives you flaky burns), LightScribe, and a good solid enclosure. So far, I've burned a few LightScribe CD's, looks wonderful. I've burned a few DVD's but due to crappy media (see my other reviews), no LightScribe on those. This thing is quite, fast and looks pretty after you peel off the protective film. The software disk that comes with this is just Windows, so Mac users, go find the LaCie LightScribe [Free] software on MacUpdate, and you'll be good to go burning those LightScribe labels. Unless you have Toast Titanium, which has LightScribe printing capabilities built in.

Protip: To activate Enhanced Contrast LightScribe printing on Mac

1) Have your Administrator password ready since the script will access system files.

2) Make sure "LightScribe System Software" version 1.8.15.1 or newer is installed. The script and supporting content are installed with the enabled LSS.

3) Bring up a terminal window. Applications/Utilities/Terminal (or type Terminal on Spotlight)

4) Type the following onto the command line

sudo /usr/lib/lightscribe/elcu.sh

**Note the space after "sudo", and no spaces for the rest of the string.**

5) Enter your password when prompted.

6) Choose to activate the higher contrast print setting by typing in "1" (without the quotes).

When printing a LightScribe label, ensure that "Best" contrast is selected, and the new higher contrast setting will be in effect but this adds about 50% more burning time. To reverse the process, repeat the above steps (open Terminal and press the "Up arrow") and type "2" in step 6.

Hope that helps!!

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Great, but it sometimes won't recognize discs right away

ByDominick C. Pastoreon October 30, 2011

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As a Linux user, I have to burn my own operating system discs, and I do it often. With my old HP laptop, I had a Lightscribe drive built in, so I figured I might as well make use of it. Let me tell you, those Lightscribe labels look *great*. Instead of a handwritten line of text or two, I can burn the official CD label art onto the discs. Sure, the label is only grayscale, and a chunk of the label is missing at the hub (there's some Lightscribe data at the center that can't be labeled), but there is still no comparison to the old Sharpie method.

Well, I got a Dell recently through my university, and when my HP stayed at home, so did my Lightscribe. So the main reason I bought this is for Lightscribe, but I figured, while I'm at it, I might as well get a fast drive, too.

This drive has Lightscribe, so it met that requirement. There is one annoyance, though. With maybe every other disc I put in to label, the drive starts to malfunction, and my computer complains about not being able to communicate with the drive. When it happens, this problem goes away if I just take out the disc, wipe the silver ring on top where the Lightscribe data is, and put it back. Note that this isn't defective discs or smudges, either. I'm using what's left of the same pack of CD's I used with my HP, and I never had this problem with that computer. And I've been very careful not to touch the surface of the disc. I only bumped off one star for this, because the problem is easy to fix and the drive is great otherwise, but it's still kind of annoying since this is what I bought it for.

As far as the quality when the label is done printing, it looks just as great as with my HP. I don't know for sure, but I feel pretty confident saying that the quality and speed of Lightscribe labels are pretty consistent, no matter what drive you get. HP probably has pretty strict standards that keep it that way.

As for the speed, I've only used laptop drives to burn CD's and DVD's for the past several years, until I bought this drive. Laptop drives certainly aren't bad when it comes to speed, but I figured, if I'm getting a new drive anyway, why not a fast one? This one definitely delivers. It's at least 2-3 times faster than my laptop drive. The one trade-off for the speed is size. There are "slim drives" out there that are about 1/3 of the size, but those are essentially laptop drives in an external case, and they won't produce discs any faster.

The bottom line:
This is a great drive. It is *fast*, the labels look *great*, and I've yet to have any coasters produced by it (after about 12 discs). It sometimes has issues recognizing discs for Lightscribe, but that's only a temporary annoyance. It's also on the chunky side, but that's the trade-off for the speed.

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Very Pleased

BySNSon April 21, 2011

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I am extremely pleased with this unit and the ease with which it installed on both my computers (one with Vista Business and a second with XP Professional). Both computers recognized the unit and I was able to burn DVD's and CD's within minutes. While I have not burned a large volume of media so far, I have had no burning failures or other problems with the unit. The Unit itself looks and feels very substantial and you don't feel as though you have to worry about the case breaking with reasonable normal use. The tray of the unit accepts both normal sized media I use and pocket CD's that my Mavica Camera takes pictures with. All in all the unit is a great performer at a good price.

The software that came with the unit is exceptional as well in my opinion. It installed without a hitch and came with a variety of programs that were both easy to use and quite useful. So far I have not had the opportunity to use the Light Scribe feature so I can't really comment on that yet. I would definitely recommend this even though it is slightly more expensive than other LX models.

LG Super-Multi External DVD Rewriter with SecurDisc and LightScribe GE24LU20