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LG GP60NS50 Portable DVD Rewriter
Slim external DVD writer sold under the GP60NS50 model identifier. The NS50 is distinct from NB50/NB60 retail variations; verify the full model and service-code suffix before using firmware or manuals.
IDENTIFICATION: LG GP60NS50 · Match the complete label, service code and manual revision before relying on a feature or installing firmware.
Verified specifications
| Catalog subcategory | External DVD writers |
|---|---|
| Exact product identifier | LG GP60NS50 |
| Supported DVD/CD formats | Reads DVD-ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, DVD-RAM, M-DISC DVD+R and CD-ROM/R/RW. Writes DVD±R, DVD±R DL, DVD±RW, DVD-RAM, M-DISC DVD+R and CD-R/RW. |
| DVD read/write speeds | DVD±R up to 8×; DVD±R DL up to 6×; DVD+RW up to 8×; DVD-RW up to 6×; DVD-RAM up to 5×; M-DISC DVD+R SL up to 4×. DVD read up to 8×. |
| CD read/write speeds | CD-R and CD-RW write up to 24×; CD read up to 24×. |
| USB interface and power | USB 2.0 external Mini-B connection, 5 V USB bus power. Use the supplied cable as directed; an unpowered hub may not provide sufficient current. |
| Compatibility, software and caveats | LG support provides firmware/manual resources for supported historical Windows and Mac OS X versions. Modern operating systems may recognize the drive as a generic USB optical unit, while DVD playback/authoring still requires separately licensed compatible software. |
Use and preservation notes
- Close the tray and keep the drive level during operation; do not disconnect or remove a disc during an active write.
- Use known-good media and a conservative supported speed for archival copies. Finalize as appropriate and read back the disc; retain a checksum and log drive model, firmware, software, media ID and errors.
- Store optical media in protective cases away from heat, direct light, humidity, scratches and adhesive labels. Keep more than one verified copy.
Manufacturer and manual sources
- LG — GP60NS50 official product supportModel-specific LG downloads and support.
- LG Solutions — GP60NS50 product recordLG product reference for model identification and support context.
Advertised maxima are media-dependent drive ratings, not guarantees of a successful burn or recovery from damaged/aged media. Exact host and software support can change by region and operating-system release.