Overview
The LG GSA-H21N is a Super Multi internal optical drive designed for DVD and CD authoring. This IDE-connected desktop drive reads and writes across all major optical media formats, making it suitable for data backup, software distribution, and legacy system maintenance. The unit features a black faceplate and standard 5.25-inch form factor for compatibility with older tower and workstation systems.
Key Features
- 16x DVD±R write speed; 8x DVD+RW and 6x DVD-RW rewrite speeds
- 48x CD-R write speed; 32x CD-RW rewrite capability
- Dual-layer DVD+R (DVD+R DL) support at 8x speed
- DVD-RAM and all DVD format reading/writing compatibility
- IDE (PATA) interface for direct integration with legacy motherboards
- 2 MB buffer memory for stable write performance
- Tested and fully functional unit
Technical Specifications
- Model Number: LG GSA-H21N (OEM: LGE-DMGSA-H20A)
- Interface: IDE (PATA)
- Form Factor: 5.25-inch internal
- DVD Write Speed: 16x (DVD±R), 8x (DVD+RW/DVD+R DL), 6x (DVD-RW)
- CD Write Speed: 48x (CD-R), 32x (CD-RW)
- Buffer Memory: 2 MB
- Recordable Media: DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW
- Readable Media: DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
- Color: Black
- Drive Type: Optical DVD Writer
- Manufacturing Origin: China
Typical Applications
- Data archival and backup for desktop workstations and servers
- Software and driver distribution on physical media
- Legacy system upgrades and replacements on IDE-equipped machines
- Video and multimedia content creation (DVD authoring)
- Disaster recovery and offline data storage
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Desktop PCs with IDE (PATA) motherboards (pre-2010 systems)
- Server systems supporting PATA optical drive interfaces
- Windows, Linux, and macOS systems via IDE connectivity
- DVD authoring software supporting SCSI/ATAPI drivers
- Workstations and legacy industrial control systems requiring optical media support
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Other LG GSA-H21N units requiring upgrade or repair
- Hitachi LG H-L Data Storage optical drives using the same form factor and IDE interface
- Generic 5.25-inch PATA DVD-RW drives in compatible legacy systems
Works With
- IDE cable assemblies and standard 4-pin Molex power connectors
- ATAPI optical device drivers (native support in Windows XP/Vista/7 and most Linux distributions)
- Nero, PowerISO, ImgBurn, and other ISO/DVD burning software
- BIOS firmware supporting bootable optical media
