Internal DVD±RW Optical Disc Drive Hitachi-LG GTC2N Black SATA

The Internal DVD±RW Optical Disc Drive Hitachi-LG GTC2N Black SATA is a slim internal optical drive designed for desktop systems with a Serial ATA interface. It reads and writes a wide range of optical media including CD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R and DVD-RAM, and supports M-DISC archival media for extended data longevity. The drive is finished in black, has a low-profile 12.7 mm height and compact footprint suitable for space-constrained installations, and is compatible with Windows 10.

Advantages

The drive combines DVD±RW recording compatibility with M-DISC support for improved long-term data protection. Quiet operation is supported by Silent Play technology that adapts playback speed to media type to reduce noise. A SATA interface provides straightforward installation and reliable data transfer, while the slim 12.7 mm form factor fits most desktop optical bays.

Suitable for

• Reading and writing CDs and DVDs for data backup and media creation
• Archival storage using M-DISC for long-term preservation
• Multimedia playback with reduced noise during use
• Replacing or upgrading an internal slim optical drive in a desktop PC

Key specifications

• Drive type: DVD±RW internal optical drive
• Interface: Serial ATA (SATA)
• Supported media: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, M-DISC
• Write speeds (representative): up to 24× for CD-R, up to 8× for DVD+R, up to 6× for DVD-R DL
• Form factor: slim 12.7 mm height, compact width and depth
• Colour: black
• Weight: approximately 0.15 kg
• OS compatibility: Windows 10

How to use

Install the drive in an available internal slim optical bay and connect it to the motherboard using a SATA data cable and to the power supply using the appropriate SATA power connector. After physical installation, start the system and allow Windows 10 to detect and install drivers automatically. Use your preferred disc-burning or media playback software to read, write or play supported discs. For archival writes, select M-DISC compatible burning options in your software to ensure proper recording on M-DISC media.

Usage recommendations

Use high-quality discs from reputable manufacturers for critical backups and archival projects. When creating M-DISC archives, verify software support for M-DISC and allow the burner to complete writes without interruption. Keep the drive and discs in a clean, dust-free environment and avoid moving the computer during write operations to reduce the risk of write errors.