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LITE-ON 20X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 8X DVD+R DL 20X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 40X CD-ROM IDE DVD Burner included extra White bezel - Retail

LITE-ON 20X DVD±R Burner, 12X DVD-RAM Write, Black IDE, LH-20A1P-186 - Retail

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Return for refund within: 30 days
Return for replacement within: 30 days
Restocking Fee: Yes

This Lite-On 20x LH-20A1P drive writes 4.7GB of data in about 5.5 minutes to DVD+R, and supports all DVD formats. Intelligent features such as a 2 MB buffer, Smart Burn buffer under-run protection, and Smart Write dynamic calibration of write speed work together to ensure that you get accurate, working copies every time, instead of wasting disc blanks on failed write attempts. Interchangeable black and white bezels ensure a good-looking install on your computer.

Playback is just as reliable with Smart-X technology for smooth, stable CD-DA, VCD, and DVD playback; and high-performance DAE, VCD, and DVD data extraction. This high-performance IDE drive supports Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, and Vista. In dual-layer format, you'll be able to store 8.5 GB of data, photos, music, or games on one dual-layer disc. Start enjoying your media, and stop wasting your money on coasters!

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Total Reviews:	153

OEM Software is Somewhat Disappointing

Reviewed By: zipmaster on 8/6/2007

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

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Easy to install and run. Extra white/beige bezel is a nice touch. Works as expected.

Cons: OEM software is misleading and somewhat of a disappointment. In order to play retail DVD movies with sound, you have to download a 30-day trial DVD-Video Multi-channel plug-in, then purchase the plug-in (for $xx) or purchase the entire Nero 7 Ultra Enhanced suite (as an upgrade to the OEM software) for $xx.

Other Thoughts: None.

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Works well, but a bit noisy

Reviewed By: jg on 3/17/2007

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

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Drive works well, but it is a bit noisy when spooling up. Nero software was awful...caused problems in my other machine. Even stopped my microphone from working! I uninstalled the software, and got it working again. Tried a free DVD burning program (DB) which works very well.

Cons: Nero software didn't work. To make matters worse, the software is only a trial...you have to buy the complete package after 30 days. Not what I expected from Nero software.

Other Thoughts: Drive does what it should. I could stand for it to be a little quieter, but at least I know its working ;). Try the free software if Nero doesn't work.

4 out of 4 people found this review helpful. Did you? Yes

Quick Specs (view all30)

Model	LH-20A1P-186
Type	DVD Burner
DVD+R	20X
DVD+RW	8X
DVD-R	20X

Review Summary (read all 153 Reviews)

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Total Reviews:	153

buy it

Reviewed By: computerguymn on 1/2/2008

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

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: Good burner - have used Lite-on for years.

Cons: none

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Lots of Coasters

Reviewed By: Burny on 12/30/2007

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

Pros: Ran great for 3 months. Burned multiple DVD's/CD's with no errors at nice speeds. Easy installation, came with latest Firmware.

Cons: Started creating DVD Coasters after 3 months use, no matter what burn speed is selected. Verified it has the latest Firmware. Still reads DVD's. Emailed Lite-On Support for RMA for replacement 3 buisness days ago, no response yet (Everytime I tried to use On-line Chat during the specified hours, showed no one was logged on, must be taking long holiday week).

Other Thoughts: Loud drive when reading. When trying to update Firmware, got the following:
Product: LH-20A1P KLON

No matched drive detected!
This utility is only for LITE-ON DVDRW LH-20A1P drive.

Detected drives:
200-0-0-F:LITE-ON DVDRW LH-20A1P KLON

Support's response was that this indicates KLON (Latest Frimware) is installed.

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LOUD

Reviewed By: theo ~<o>~ on 12/27/2007

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

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: a few speeds faster than my NEC Bruner although both are rated at the same speed. The drawer pushes in easier than my NEC Burner.

Cons: 4 times louder than my NEC.
4 times louder than my NEC.
4 times louder than my NEC.
4 times louder than my NEC.

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Model
Brand	LITE-ON
Type	DVD Burner
Model	LH-20A1P-186
Performance
DVD-ROM Access Time	160ms
CD-ROM Access Time	160ms
WRITE Speed
DVD+R	20X
DVD+RW	8X
DVD-R	20X
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	40X
Physical Spec
Windows Vista	Works with Windows Vista
Form Factor	5.25"
Panel Color	Black
Configuration
Load Type	Tray
Interface	IDE
Software
Operating Systems Supported	Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP
Software Contents	Nero
Features
System Requirements	Pentium 4 1.3GHz or higher CPU and 128MB or higher RAM are required. HDD must have access time < 20ms; with a minimum of 650MB free space. 9GB free space for creating a DVD image file (9GB for double layer; 5GB for single layer).
Features	ATAPI/E-IDE Half-Height internal DVD+R / DVD+RW / DVD-R / DVD-RW / DVD+R9/ DVD-R9 / DVD-RAM / DVD-ROM / CD-R/ CD-RW / CD-ROM combination drive. SMART-BURN avoiding Buffer Under Run error, Automatically adjusting writing strategy & running OPC to provide the best burning quality. SMART-X function adjusts CD-DA / VCD / DVD data extraction to a fastest allowable speed according to both data request rate from host and disk quality. SMART-WRITE: Through drive's self-learning function, automatically detect and decide the optimal write strategy of DVD recordable media ( DVD+R & DVD-R ) for the best write quality. ABS system reduce vibration and noise during recording and reading. Support Fixed Packet, Variable Packet, TAO, SAO, DAO, Random Access time, Incremental, sequential recording, restricted overwrite, Layer Jump recording, Raw Mode Burning & Over-Burn. DVD read compliant: DVD single/dual layer (PTP/OTP), DVD-R(3.9GB/4.7GB), DVD-R multi-borders, DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R multi-sessions, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW. CD read compliant: CD-DA, CD-ROM, CD-ROM/XA, Photo-CD, Multi-session, Karaoke-CD, Video-CD, CD-I FMV, CD Extra, CD Plus, CD-R, and CD-RW. Support both 8cm and 12cm disc of CD and DVD family. Conform to Orange Book: Part 2 CD-R Volume 1, Part 2 CD-R Volume 2 Multi Speed, Part 3 CD-RW Volume 1 (1x, 2x, and 4x), Part 3 CD-RW Volume2: High Speed, Part 3 CD-RW Volume 3: Ultra Speed. Support Fixed packet, Variable packet, Disc-at-once, Session-at-once and Track-at-once. Supported transfer mode: PIO mode 4, DMA mode 2 and Ultra DMA mode 4.
Packaging
Package Contents	LH-20A1P-186 Nero Replaceable White Front Panel

Introduction

Highlights

	DVD Multi Recorder The LITE-ON LH-20A1P-186 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!
	20X Ultra High Writing Speed With advanced burning technology, the LITE-ON LH-20A1P-186 DVD burner delivers a class-leading DVD+R/-R writing speed of 20X. The super fast burning speed enables users to write a whole DVD+R/-R disc in about 5.5 minutes!
	High-quality Disc Burning The LITE-ON LH-20A1P-186 DVD burner is equipped with advanced burning technologies including SMART-BURN to avoid Buffer UnderRun errors and automatically adjust writing strategy and running OPC for the best burning quality, SMART-WRITE to automatically detect and decide the optimal write strategy of the DVD recordable media (DVD+R & DVD-R) for the best result, and the SMART-X function to adjust CD-DA/VCD/DVD data extraction to the fastest allowable speed according to both data request rate from the host and disc quality.
	Extra White Bezel Change the front bezel when your LITE-ON LH-20A1P-186 DVD burner looks odd in your computer case. The included white front bezel offers an ideal option for installing the DVD burner in white or gray computer cases.