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Compact black external DVD burner with USB-C cable and card slots visible

LG D-PTKL-XD041 8-in-1 DVD burner USB 3.0 Black

SKU CH-CCFJ-4PS8P

An 8-in-1 USB 3.0 optical drive reads and writes CDs and DVDs while adding two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports and SD/TF card slots

  • Interface typeUSB 2.0
  • DVD+R DL write speed8X
  • Supported platformsCertified for Windows Vista
  • Panel colorBlack
  • Supported operating systemsWindows 98/ ME/ 2000/ XP
  • Key featuresDVD:8X CD:24X, usb3.0_c, Black
  • 8-in-1 hub adds two USB-A, two Type-C ports and dual card slots
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers up to 5 Gbps (625 MB/s) transfer speed
  • Burns DVDs at 8X and CDs at 24X for quick disc creation
  • Works with Windows 98 through 11, Linux and all Mac OS versions
  • Plug-and-play operation requires no driver installation

Versatile 8-in-1 optical hub

This external LG drive combines a DVD burner, CD reader, writer and rewriter with two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports and two TF/SD card slots. It handles disc playback, data burning, software installation and media ripping for laptops and desktops. Note that SD and TF cards cannot be used at the same time.

DVD 8X and CD 24X performance

Maximum DVD write and read speeds reach 8X while CD write and read speeds reach 24X over a USB 3.0 link rated at 5 Gbps or 625 MB/s. The drive also supports DVD+R DL at 8X and includes error correction with anti-skip and quiet operation. It is not compatible with Blu-ray or 4K discs.

Wide OS support with plug-and-play setup

The drive works with Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, ME, 98 and SE, plus Linux and all Mac OS versions. It connects without extra drivers, though Mac OS only shows the device icon after a disc is inserted and read. Region code must be set for DVD playback. Incompatible with tablets, phones, TVs, Chrome OS and car stereos.

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Price $28.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLG
Model nameD-PTKL-XD041
Panel colorBlack
Storage
DVD+R DL write speed8X
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 2.0
Compatibility
Supported platformsCertified for Windows Vista
Supported operating systemsWindows 98/ ME/ 2000/ XP

Questions about this item

Will this LG D-PTKL-XD041 work on my Windows 11 laptop if I still use USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, the drive is fully compatible with Windows 11 and connects through its USB 3.0 interface, which also works with USB 2.0 ports at reduced speed.

How can I confirm the drive is operating at its rated 8X DVD and 24X CD speeds after setup?

Insert a disc and check the transfer rate in your burning software or file manager; sustained reads near 625 MB/s indicate the USB 3.0 link is running at full 5 Gbps.

Does the box include both USB-A and USB-C cables, or do I need to buy a separate adapter for my MacBook?

The drive has built-in USB-A and USB-C connectors plus two USB-A ports, two Type-C ports, and dual SD/TF slots, so no extra cables or adapters are required.

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