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Samsung SH-S202N Super-WriteMaster DVD Writer
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 | SH-S202N |
| Supported media formats | DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL; CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW. LightScribe supported on compatible media/software where the exact suffix provides it. |
| Rated read speeds | DVD-RAM up to 12×; DVD-ROM up to 16×, CD-ROM up to 48×. |
| Rated write speeds | DVD-RAM 12×; DVD±R up to 20×, DVD+R DL up to 16×, DVD-R DL up to 12×, DVD+RW 8×, DVD-RW 6×, CD-R 48×, CD-RW 32×. |
| DVD-RAM capability | DVD-RAM read/write up to 12×. |
| Interface / bay | E-IDE / ATAPI (PATA); internal 5.25-inch half-height tray drive. |
| Host compatibility | Internal 5.25-inch PATA bay; requires IDE/ATAPI 40-pin host connection and peripheral power. Configure channel jumper (master/slave/cable select) to match the host. Host optical drivers and authoring software are required; DVD-RAM packet-writing/UDF support is software/OS dependent. |
| Model distinction | SH-S202N is the PATA model SKU; verify exact suffix and manufacturer label, since adjacent Samsung models vary in interface and media ratings. |
Host compatibility and use notes
- Internal 5.25-inch PATA bay; requires IDE/ATAPI 40-pin host connection and peripheral power. Configure channel jumper (master/slave/cable select) to match the host. Host optical drivers and authoring software are required; DVD-RAM packet-writing/UDF support is software/OS dependent.
- SH-S202N is the PATA model SKU; verify exact suffix and manufacturer label, since adjacent Samsung models vary in interface and media ratings.
- 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
- Samsung SH-S202N user manual listingModel-specific Super-WriteMaster manual for media and installation details.
- Samsung SH-S202N manual PDFDownloadable manual PDF for the exact SH-S202N model.