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SAMSUNG Black 18X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 8X DVD+R DL 18X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2M Cache IDE DVD Burner With LightScribe Technology - OEM

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SAMSUNG 18X DVD±R Burner, LightScribe Technology, IDE, Model SH-S182M - OEM

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Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (labor): 0 day

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The Samsung WriteMaster SH-S182M is a triple-format IDE drive which reads and burns DVD, dual-layer DVD, and CD format media, and features LightScribe technology. Dual-layer DVD's hold up to 8.5 GB of data, and are ideal for users who need to backup or share large amounts of data. LightScribe technology lets you burn custom artwork and labels in silkscreen quality, directly onto LightScribe disc blanks. The WriteMaster's 18X DVD writer takes about 6 minutes to write 4.7GB of data to a DVD±R disc.

A Weight Balancing System that reduces drive noise; Speed Adjustment technology which matches the media; Tilt Actuator Compensation to adjust for deformed writing surfaces; and Double Optimum Power Control, which balances the laser power on the sides of the disc for enhanced writing performance. WriteMaster makes backup and duplication of your vital data quick and economical.

Review Summary (read more reviews)

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Total Reviews:	786

Best Single Layer DVD Writer?

Reviewed By: toobad on 9/11/2006

Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Pros: Both Nero Disc Quality and KProbe report high quality burns on each of the 4 different DVD single layer (SL) media I have on hand: Verbatim 16X DVD+R (MID:MCC004) recorded at 18X!; RiTEK 8X DVD+R (MID RO3) recorded at 8X; RICOHJPN 8X DVD+R (MID R02 003) recorded at 8X; and Memorex 8X DVD-R (MID CMC MAG AE1) recorded at 4X. Appears to be a great single layer DVD burner. Test results are at SwopMedia . I have not tried double layer (DL) media.

It’s not a fast reader for DL pressed DVD-ROMs (store bought DVDs) but reads scratched/lightly damaged discs quite well – better than any other drive I’ve tried. Reads SL pressed discs at 16X. It also reads 90 and 99 min audio CDs, plus it reads and writes DVD-RAM at 12X and has the LightScribe labeling/imaging feature.

Short length means it will fit in many smaller cases.

KProbe compatibility due to the Mediatek chipset.

NewEgg had the best price and delivery was fast (as usual)! Thanks!

Cons: Slow DL read speeds.

Nero Disc Quality scanner would not initially work .

Bit setting for DVD+Rs has to be done each time a disc is recorded – the DVD-ROM setting won’t stick.

Other Thoughts: This is definitely a step up (from a DVD writing standpoint) from my other 3 highly rated DVD burners. It writes faster and at equal or better quality than the others. Currently there is only one other 18 writer available in the US and it’s twice this burner’s price. That fact alone should greatly help you with your purchasing decision.

Also, bear in mind that this is a new model and any bugs you may read or hear about this unit will more than likely be corrected by future firmware releases. The new Samsung/Toshiba optical disc drive alliance is going to be around for a while and individually both companies have a good history of product performance, service and reliability.

As far as SL writing performance goes, this is probably as good as it currently gets.

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Super Fantastic

Reviewed By: MrBungle on 10/17/2006

Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Fast, quiet, pretty, LightScribe, big round eject button, fast LightScribe burns... oh yeah, the software suite rocks my socks off. I'm pretty sure the value of the Nero suite is higher than I paid for the DVD drive with the software included. Newegg is so cool.

Cons: Absolutely nothing. Best purchase I've made in a long time.

Other Thoughts: Other reviewers who said it takes 40 minutes to burn a LightScribe image must have done something wrong. It takes me about 12 minutes on Draft and no more than 18 minutes on the highest setting.

And I'm serious about the software. It is THE BEST burning suite I've ever owned, and it came absolutely free with the drive. Data, audio, CD, DVD (including Dual Layer), even a great hard drive backup feature. Great, great program.

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Quick Specs (view all30)

Model	SH-S182M
Type	DVD Burner
Cache	2MB
DVD+R	18X
DVD+RW	8X

Review Summary (read all 786 Reviews)

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Good While It Lasted

Reviewed By: Denny Crane, Esq. on 12/22/2008

Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: more than 1 year

Pros: Quiet, fast, Lightscribe, not very expensive.

Cons: Failed within 2 years of manufacture date (Dec 2006), after moderate use. I probably had burned less than 150 disks with it. To be fair, when it failed I had burned about 20-25 DVDs over the course of two days. It no longer recognizes media, neither blank nor pre-recorded. Laser failure?

Other Thoughts: I replaced it with the LiteOn 22X, from Newegg, which seems like a great little burner for $25-30.

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Good Drive

Reviewed By: LONG-HAIR on 12/20/2008

Tech Level: high - Ownership: more than 1 year

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: This drive was purchased on 10/10/2006 from the egg and it still works like it did the day i installed it.Still plays and burn's CD/DVD'S verywell

Cons: N/A

Other Thoughts: NEWEGG ROX

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Power-Hungry Burner!

Reviewed By: Mr. Pink on 12/12/2008

Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Quick, reads/writes the various types of -R/+R media I threw at it.

Cons: Draws a ton of electricity. Have it as an upgrade to read DVD-ROM discs in HP ML110G3 Server.

Other Thoughts: I had to give it its own power connection wire. The amp draw from the PSU is tremendous! If I added another optical drive or a HDD to the same power wire (coming from the PSU) I would have failed burns. Keep that tip in mind, it will save you a headache!

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Model
Brand	SAMSUNG
Type	DVD Burner
Model	SH-S182M
Performance
DVD-ROM Access Time	130ms
CD-ROM Access Time	110ms
Cache	2MB
Data Transfer Rate	PIO Mode 4 (16.6MB/sec) Ultra DMA Mode 2 (33.3MB/sec)
WRITE Speed
DVD+R	18X
DVD+RW	8X
DVD-R	18X
DVD-RW	6X
CD-R	48X
CD-RW	32X
DVD+R DL	8X
DVD-R DL	8X
DVD-RAM	12X
READ Speed
DVD-ROM	16X
CD-ROM	48X
Physical Spec
LightScribe Support	Yes
Form Factor	5.25"
Panel Color	Black
Configuration
Load Type	Tray
Interface	IDE
Features
Features	Direct disc Labeling Speed Adjustment Technology Double OPC Technology Tilt Actuator Compensation Technology Magic Speed Buffer Under Run Free Technology Weight Balance System Technology Eco-Product
Packaging
Package Contents	see pictures for details
Manufacturer Warranty
Parts	1 year limited

Introduction

Highlights

	DVD Multi Recorder The Samsung SH-S182M DVD burner enables users to burn any DVD+R/-R, DVD+RW/-RW or DVD-RAM disc and supports the dual-layer function allowing up to 8.5GB data to be burned and saved on a single dual-layer disc. Burn your own DVD/VCD movies or backup data with ease!
	18X Ultra High Writing Speed The Samsung SH-S182M DVD burner delivers an ultra-high DVD+R/-R writing speed of 18X. The super fast burning speed enables users to write a whole DVD+R/-R disc in about six minutes!
	LightScribe Technology Say goodbye to adhesive labels, paint or ink! With the innovative LightScribe technology, the Samsung SH-S182M DVD burner burns any image or text directly onto the surface of LightScribe-compatible CDs or DVDs to create your own publication-like disc collection.
	Industry-leading Technologies The Samsung SH-S182M DVD burner is armed with an arsenal of industry-leading technologies such as Weight Balancing System (W.B.S), Buffer Underrun Free technology, Speed Adjustment Technology (S.A.T), Double O.P.C technology and Tilt Actuator Compensation (T.A.C) for smooth disc reading and enhanced writing reliability. Certified as Eco-product, the drive excludes environmentally-harmful materials to help preserve our environment.