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LG 12X Blu-ray Burner + Super-MultiDrive DVD/DVD DL/CDRW Reader & Writer - Serial-ATA featuring Internal with LightScribe Laser Labeling Technology. 1 Year Warranty. (WH12LS39) Same Day $129.99
OWC Discounted Price: $104.99
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LG Super Multi Blue

12X 5.25" Internal SATA 12x Super Multi Blue with 3D Playback & M-DISC™ Support
SATA Interface

Mac / PC / DVD Multi Recorder / Blu-Ray / LightScribe / M-DISC
  • Mac
  • PC
  • DVD Multi Recorder
  • Blu-Ray
  • LightScribe
 
Read and write blu-ray discs at 12x with the WH12LS39 Blu-ray rewriter that allows you to record up to 50GB of files, photos, or videos onto a dual layer BD-R disc. Play HD content, including 3D movies, for your viewing pleasure.
LightScribe - Direct Disc Labeling
LightScribe gives you the ability to create customized labels that are etched directly onto a special coated LightScribe disc (sold separately).
M-DISC - Write Once and Read Forever
Compared to other recordable DVDs on the market today, M-DISC offers superior reliability in data storage that provides the permanent optical data storage solution. Once written, the M-DISC can be read or played on any quality DVD drive that supports the common DVD+R/RW format. M-DISC Media sold separately.

LG Super Multi Blue Specs:

General

Drive Type
Super Multi Blue Internal SATA 12x Blu-ray Disc Rewriter
Form Factor
5.25" Desktop
Interface
SATA
Loading Mechanism
Tray
Bezel Color
Black
Buffer Memory
4MB
Mounting Orientation
Horizontal / Vertical
Manufacturer Model Number
WH12LS39
RoHS Compliant
Yes

Physical

Height (max)
41.3mm (1.6")
Width (max)
146.0mm (5.7")
Length (max)
172mm (6.8")
Weight (typical)
0.8kg (1.8lbs.)

Maximum Read Speeds

BD-ROM
10X
BD-R
10X
BD-RE
8X
BD-ROM (Dual Layer)
8X
BD-R (Dual Layer)
8X
BD-RE (Dual Layer)
6X
DVD-RAM
12X
DVD-R
16X
DVD+R
16X
DVD-R (Dual Layer)
12X
DVD+R (Dual Layer)
12X
DVD-RW
12X
DVD+RW
12X
DVD-ROM
16X
DVD-ROM (Dual Layer)
12X
CD-ROM
48X
CD-R
48X
CD-RW
40X

Maximum Write Speeds

BD-R
12X
BD-RE
2X
BD-R (Dual Layer)
12X
BD-RE (Dual Layer)
2X
M-DISC/+M
4X
DVD-RAM
12X
DVD-R
16X
DVD+R
16X
DVD-R (Dual Layer)
8X
DVD+R (Dual Layer)
8X
DVD-RW
6X
DVD+RW
8X
CD-R
48X
CD-RW
24X

Capacity

Data Capacity
50GB : Blu-ray Double Layer
25GB : Blu-ray
8.5GB : DVD General Use Double Layer
4.6GB : DVD General Use
700MB : 79 minute CD
650MB : 74 minute CD
550MB : 63 minute CD

Disk Labeling

Disc Labeling
Yes
Disc Label Type
Lightscribe
Pixel Resolution
600 DPI
Track Resolution
860 TPI
Linear Velocity
0.325 m/sec
Laser Power
40 mW
Label Colors Available
mono, single color

Performance

Access Time
BD-ROM: 180ms typ.
DVD-ROM: 160ms typ.
DVD-RAM: 180ms typ.
CD-ROM: 150ms typ.
Supported Formats
BD-ROM (SL/DL), BD-RE (SL/DL), BD-R (SL/DL), DVD-ROM (SL/DL), DVD-R (SL/DL), DVD-RW, DVD+R (SL/DL), DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-ROM, XA-Ready, CD-I, Photo-CD (Single & Multi-Session), Video-CD, CD-Audio Disc, Mixed Mode, CD-ROM (Data and Audio), CD-R, CD-RW

Reliability

System Requirements

Mac
Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
Available 5.25" drive bay and SATA connection
Burning software that supports Blu-ray, such as Toast.
At this time Commercial Blue-ray movie playback not supported in OS X.
Minimum of 1 GB of RAM
30GB or more available hard drive space (60GB for Blu-ray Disc authoring)

Environment

Operating Temperature
5° C to 45° C
Non-Operating Temperature
-30° C to 60° C
Operating Humidity
15% to 80% R.H.
Non-Operating Humidity
10% to 90 % R.H.
OWC Notes:

  1. M-DISC DVD engraving / burning requires M-DISC specific media.
Manufacturer provided specifications for LG p/n WH12LS39
       
This Optical Drive is compatible with... Learn how to find your Mac's model ID
Mac Pro
Mac Pro (Mid 2010 12-Core)
(July, 2010)
Model ID: MacPro5,1
2.66GHz, 2.93GHz
Mac Pro
Mac Pro (Mid 2010 8-Core)
(July, 2010)
Model ID: MacPro5,1
2.4GHz
Mac Pro
Mac Pro (Mid 2010 6-Core)
(July, 2010)
Model ID: MacPro5,1
3.33GHz
Mac Pro
Mac Pro (Mid 2010 Quad-Core)
(July, 2010)
Model ID: MacPro5,1
2.8GHz, 3.2GHz
Mac Pro
Mac Pro (Early 2009 8-Core)
(March, 2009)
Model ID: MacPro4,1
2.26GHz, 2.66GHz, 2.93GHz
Mac Pro
Mac Pro (Early 2009 Quad-Core)
(March, 2009)
Model ID: MacPro4,1
2.66GHz, 2.93GHz, 3.33GHz
PC Desktop
PC Desktops
Compatible with Intel / AMD Process based PCs capable with the specifications listed above.
LG 12X Super Multi Blue Mfr P/N: WH12LS39 OWC SKU: LGEWH12LS39 5.25" Internal SATA 12x Super Multi Blue with 3D Playback & M-DISCTM Support SATA Interface 1 Year Warranty Ships: Same Day only $104.99 LG WH12LS39 In Stock, Click to Buy Now
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