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LG GSA-4081B Super Multi DVD Rewriter
DVD-RAM capable optical writer; verify the exact suffix and media revision. Model-specific rated speeds, media and host requirements follow. Maximum rates are media- and mode-dependent, not guaranteed sustained throughput.
IDENTIFICATION: Match the complete drive label, OEM/SKU suffix and firmware to the cited model manuals; similar names may use different interfaces, supported media and speeds.
Documented specifications
| Catalog subcategory | DVD-RAM writers |
|---|---|
| Exact model / SKU | GSA-4081B |
| Supported media formats | CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW; DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW and DVD-RAM (media-version limits apply). |
| Rated read speeds | DVD-RAM up to 3× depending on media revision; DVD-ROM up to 12× (single layer), CD-ROM up to 32×. |
| Rated write speeds | DVD-RAM 2× (Ver. 2.0) / 3× (Ver. 2.1); DVD+R 8×, DVD-R 4×, DVD+RW 4×, DVD-RW 2×, CD-R 24×, CD-RW 16×. |
| DVD-RAM capability | DVD-RAM read/write up to 3× with supported 2.1 media; earlier media revision ceilings may be lower. |
| Interface / bay | Enhanced-IDE / ATAPI (PATA); internal 5.25-inch half-height tray drive. |
| Host compatibility | Desktop PC with a 5.25-inch half-height bay, 40-pin IDE/ATAPI controller/cable and 4-pin peripheral power; configure master/slave/cable-select jumper per the host. Legacy Windows-era optical drivers and authoring software apply; DVD-RAM packet writing/UDF support depends on OS/application. |
| Model distinction | This exact B revision is distinct from GSA-4082B; confirm media-version ceiling and drive label before selecting DVD-RAM. |
Host compatibility and use notes
- Desktop PC with a 5.25-inch half-height bay, 40-pin IDE/ATAPI controller/cable and 4-pin peripheral power; configure master/slave/cable-select jumper per the host. Legacy Windows-era optical drivers and authoring software apply; DVD-RAM packet writing/UDF support depends on OS/application.
- This exact B revision is distinct from GSA-4082B; confirm media-version ceiling and drive label before selecting DVD-RAM.
- DVD-RAM packet writing is not implied by hardware support alone; confirm UDF/filesystem and application support, compatible media version and cartridge restrictions.
- For preservation use, record exact label, firmware, media identifier, host controller/software, write mode and verification results; retain checksums and error logs.
Use only supported media; handle discs by the edge or center hole and store in a cool, dry case away from direct sunlight. Test and verify each recording before relying on it as an archive copy.
Sources
- LG GSA-4081B drive specifications and manualModel-specific format and speed table; confirm media revision limits and installation details.
- LG GSA-4081B product supportManufacturer support reference for the exact drive model.