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LG GSA-4120B 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-4120B |
| Supported media formats | CD-ROM, CD-R/RW; DVD-ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD+R DL and DVD-RAM. DL support is format-specific; use the exact manual media table. |
| Rated read speeds | DVD-RAM up to 5×; DVD-ROM up to 16×, CD-ROM up to 40×. |
| Rated write speeds | DVD-RAM 5×; DVD+R 12×, DVD-R 8×, DVD+RW/DVD-RW 4×, DVD+R DL 2.4×, CD-R 40×, CD-RW 24×. |
| DVD-RAM capability | DVD-RAM read/write up to 5×. |
| Interface / bay | Enhanced-IDE / ATAPI (PATA); internal 5.25-inch half-height tray drive. |
| Host compatibility | Desktop system with a 5.25-inch half-height bay, 40-pin IDE/ATAPI controller and cable, and 4-pin peripheral power; jumper configuration must match the IDE channel. Legacy optical drivers/software required; packet-written DVD-RAM additionally needs compatible UDF support. |
| Model distinction | The GSA-4120B is an earlier Super Multi model than the 416x family; do not apply later media-speed tables to it. |
Host compatibility and use notes
- Desktop system with a 5.25-inch half-height bay, 40-pin IDE/ATAPI controller and cable, and 4-pin peripheral power; jumper configuration must match the IDE channel. Legacy optical drivers/software required; packet-written DVD-RAM additionally needs compatible UDF support.
- The GSA-4120B is an earlier Super Multi model than the 416x family; do not apply later media-speed tables to it.
- 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-4120B specification/manualModel-specific manual and recording-speed specifications.
- LG GSA-4120B product supportManufacturer support entry for the exact model.