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LG BE14NU40
LG external 14× Super Multi Blue Blu-ray writer, supporting BDXL and USB 3.0/2.0 data connection with a separate AC supply.
IDENTIFICATION: Match the exact label and suffix to manufacturer documentation. Ratings are maximums under supported-media conditions, not guaranteed sustained speeds.
Model-specific specifications
| Catalog subcategory | External Blu-ray drives |
|---|---|
| Exact model / SKU | LG BE14NU40 |
| BD formats and read rates | BD-ROM, BD-R/BD-R DL, BD-RE/BD-RE DL and BDXL (triple/quad-layer); M-DISC BD-R support. Read: BD-ROM up to 12×; BD-R up to 12×; BD-RE up to 8×. |
| BD write formats and rates | BD-R up to 14× (lower rates for higher layers); BD-RE up to 2×; supported BDXL rates depend on layer/media. |
| DVD formats and read rates | DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±R DL, DVD±RW, DVD-RAM and DVD+R M-DISC. Read: DVD-ROM / DVD±R up to 16×; DVD±RW up to 12×; DVD-RAM up to 12×. |
| DVD write formats and rates | DVD±R up to 16×; DVD±R DL 8×; DVD+RW 8×; DVD-RW 6×; DVD-RAM 5×. |
| CD formats and read rates | CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW. Read: CD-ROM/CD-R up to 48×; CD-RW up to 40×. |
| CD write formats and rates | CD-R up to 48×; CD-RW up to 24×. |
| USB interface and power | USB 3.0 external data interface, backward-compatible with USB 2.0; requires the included 12 V AC adapter (WA-36A12 class), not bus-powered. |
| Host compatibility and software | LG documentation covers Windows and Mac data access; bundled playback/authoring applications are Windows-oriented. Blu-ray video playback requires separate compatible licensed software; USB connection alone does not add codecs or HDCP support. |
| Model caveat | A 14× BD-R maximum is media-dependent; this chassis uses a separate power adapter. Match BDXL layer and media type to the manual before burning. |
Host, media and preservation notes
- Separate drive-level disc support from playback application, region policy, codec licensing and any protected-video/HDCP requirements.
- Use supported media and a stable data/power connection; firmware, media quality, layer, recording mode and USB bandwidth affect actual speed.
- For an archival image, log drive model/firmware, host OS, software, media type, verification result and checksums.
Manufacturer and manual sources
- LG — BE14NU40 product support and manualsManufacturer support page for model-specific documentation and software.
- LG — BE14NU40 specification sheet (PDF)Manufacturer specification sheet for formats and drive ratings.
Published X-speed ratings are maximum format-specific rates. Actual operation depends on supported media, software, host throughput and operating conditions.