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Black ultra-slim external DVD writer, 14 mm high

LG

LG Electronics GP65NB60 chipset cooling

SKU CH-GHKV-XP23W

Ultra-slim portable DVD writer with USB 2.0 interface, M-DISC support, and up to 8x DVDR write speed

  • Product typeHeatsinks only
  • Ultra-slim 14 mm profile fits tight bags
  • USB 2.0 at up to 480 Mbit/s, USB 3.0 compatible
  • Burns DVDs at 8× and CDs at 24×
  • M-DISC support for long-term archival storage
  • Includes CyberLink software for disc authoring

Portable DVD writer for laptops and compact desktops

The LG GP65NB60 is a 14 millimetre high external DVD writer that connects through USB 2.0. It suits users who still need to read or write optical media on devices without an internal drive. The drive handles DVD±RW and CD-RW formats and includes M-DISC support for long-term archival storage. Cyberlink software is bundled for disc authoring and playback.

Passive cooling with minimal power draw

The unit relies on a heatsink-only design so it runs silently without a fan. Power comes entirely from the USB 2.0 bus, which supplies up to 480 Mbits/s bandwidth and is also compatible with USB 3.0 ports. Typical write speeds reach 8x for DVD media and 24x for CD media, keeping heat output low during normal use. No external power adapter is required.

Slim black enclosure with simple connectivity

The 14 millimetre profile lets the drive slide into a laptop bag or sit unobtrusively on a desk. A single USB cable carries both data and power, reducing cable clutter. M-DISC compatibility means recorded discs resist degradation better than standard media. The package targets Windows 10 and macOS users who value a lightweight, bus-powered optical drive.

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Specifications

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Product typeHeatsinks only

Questions about this item

How do I install the LG GP65NB60 DVD writer and what step is often missed?

Connect the USB 2.0 cable to a port, install the included Cyberlink software, and ensure the system meets the 64 MB video memory minimum — the 128 MB recommended level is frequently overlooked.

What maintenance will the LG GP65NB60 need over time?

The drive uses a tray-loading mechanism with no user-serviceable parts; keep the lens clean with a standard optical cleaning disc and replace only if write errors appear at the rated 8x DVDR or 24x CD speeds.

What limit appears first during sustained burning sessions on the LG GP65NB60?

The USB 2.0 interface caps sustained throughput at 480 Mbits/s, so extended multi-disc writes at 8x DVDR will hit that bus bottleneck before the drive’s own thermal limits.

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