
GSA-2166D
GSA-2166D
16x External Super-Multi DVD Writer
All-Format DVD Writer with LightScribeTM Disc Labeling Technology
LightScribeTM is a laser printing technology that provides a complete
convenient, cost-effective system for labeling optical discs. Simply
“burn” the data to a LightScribeTM disc, flip the disc over, place it back
in the drive and “burn” the label.
A L L - I N O N E S O L U T I O N
Introducing GSA-2166D, 16x External Super-Multi Triple Format Optical
Disk Drive with LightScribeTM technology. With an incredible 16x max DVD
burn speed, and 5x DVD-RAM, you’ll never have to worry about compatibility because this drive is compatible with all DVD formats. Double Layer
DVD+R (8.5GB) and dual layer DVD-R (8.5GB) recording is also
supported. Burn Fast, Burn Right with the LG GSA-2166D.
• B U R N Y O U R M O V I E S
The bundled Ahead Nero
transfer your home movies onto high-quality MPEG-2/DVD Video
TM
software gives you all the tools you need to
• B A C K U P Y O U R D A T A
With PC security becoming an ever important issue, it is important to
backup your valuable PC data. A double layer DVD+R disc holds 8.5GB of
data so you can have all of it on one disc. For even greater flexibility,
DVD-RAM media can be used to write, erase and rewrite up to 100,000
times!
INCLUDES
All-in-One Software
Nero Express, Nero BackItUp, InCD
PowerDVD, PowerProducer Gold
4x
DVD-R DL
Max Write
K E Y F E A T U R E S
•Reads/Write all CD/DVD formats
•Max. 16x DVD+-R Write Speed
•Max. 48x CD Write Speed
•Supports Double Layer DVD+R, Dual Layer -R Discs (8.5GB)
•High Speed Media Support
•LightScribeTM Disc Labeling Technology
•2MB Buffer with SuperLink Buffer Underrun Error Protection
•Windows® ME/2000/XP Compatible
•All-In-One DVD Writing Software & Cables Included
•USB 2.0 Port for Fast Data Transfer
•Writing Speed Optimized for Each Media Type
8x
DVD+R DL
Max Write
Available by
Firmware
Flashing
• M O B I L I T Y
High-Speed USB 2.0 support gives quick access to all the data you need
while away from your desk.

GSA-2166D
16x Super-Multi External DVD Writer w/LightScribeTM Disc Labeling Technology
SPECIFICATIONS
TYPE
TRANSFER RATES
WRITE
TRANSFER RATES
READ
ACCESS TIME
SUSTAINED RATE
External DVD-RW/CD-RW Drive
[DVD+R] 2.4x, 4x, 8x, 12x, 16x
[DVD+RW] 2.4x, 4x, 8x
[DVD+R Double Layer] 2.4x, 4x, 6x, 8x
[DVD-R Dual Layer] 4x
[DVD-R] 2x, 4x, 8x, 12x, 16x
[DVD-RW] 1x, 2x, 4x, 6x
[DVD-RAM] 2x, 3x, 5x(Ver 2.2)
[CD-R] 16x, 24x, 40x, 48x
[CD-RW] 4x, 10x, 16x, 24x, 32x
[DVD-R/-RW/-ROM] 16x / 8x / 16x Max
[DVD+R/+RW/+R Double Layer] 16x / 8x / 8x Max
[DVD-R Dual Layer] 4x
[CD-ROM/CD-R] 48x Max
[CD-RW] 32x Max
[DVD-RAM] 2x, 3x, 5x Max
DVD-ROM(SL/DL) : 140/175ms
DVD-RAM : 250ms
CD-ROM : 120ms
DVD-ROM : 22.16Mbytes/sec (16x Max.)
CD-ROM : 7,200 kB/sec (48x Max.)
SOFTWARE
• Nero Recording and LightScribe Software
Nero Express, Nero Cover Designer, InCD
• Cyberlink’s Authoring & Playback Software
PowerProducer Gold, PowerDVD
BURST TRANSFER
RATE
WRITING METHOD
HOST INTERFACE
LIGHTSCRIBE
LABEL PRINTING
DIMENSIONS
(WxHxD)
WEIGHT
UPC#
UltraDMA Mode2
Multi Word DMA Mode2, PIO Mode4
DVD-R/RW : Disc at Once, Incremental Recording,
Restricted Overwrite (DVD-RW only)
DVD+R: Sequential Recording
DVD+RW/RAM: Random Write
DVD+R/-R DL: Sequential Recording
CD-R/RW: Disc at Once (DAO), Session at Once (SAO),
Track at Once (TAO), Packet Writing
USB 1.1/USB 2.0
PIXEL RESOLUTION: 600DPI
TRACK RESOLUTION: 500 ~ 1600TPI
LINEAR VELOCITY: 0.25 ~ 1.00 [m/sec]
LASER POWER: 30 ~ 60 mW as Objective emission light
of 780nm wavelength
COLOR: monochrome
External Dimensions 6.3”x 1.9”x 9.0” (160 x 50 x 230mm)
Front Bezel 6.5” x 2.0” x 0.2” (164.8 x 51.8 x 5mm)
4.8 lbs (2.2 kg)
048231294027
WARRANTY
• 1-Year Warranty on Optical Drives
• 48 Hour Swap Program
• Call Toll-Free 1-800-243-000 (24 Hours 7 Days a Week)
LightScribe technology is an integrated system that combines the
CD or DVD drive of your LightScribe-enabled computer with
specially coated discs and enhanced disc-burning software to
produce precise, laser-etched labels. You can design and produce
labels to express your creativity and personality-the sky's the
limit!
With LightScribe, the disc is the label. This amazing technology is
the no-hassle way to create elegant labels for all your CDs and
DVDs. Simply burn your music mix, digital-video/photo archives,
or business application. Then flip the disc and burn your own
unique label.
CONTACT US
• For More Information, please visit www.LGUSA.com
• Resellers, please visit www.LGSuperSeller.com
• Phone: 201-816-2000
• Email: lgsupersellerteam@lge.com
www.LGSuperSeller.com
www.LGusa.com
www.LGErewards.com
INCLUDES
All-in-One Software
Nero Express, Nero BackItUp, InCD
PowerDVD, PowerProducer Gold
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