Dell DVD±RW SATA Optical Drive with LightScribe - 16x DVD Burner

Upgrade your desktop or workstation with the Dell DVD±RW SATA optical drive, a reliable internal burner for archiving, media creation, and software installation. This 5.25-inch drive connects via Serial ATA and supports LightScribe for direct-to-disc labeling.

Key specifications

• Drive type: DVD Burner / DVD Writer
• Interface: Serial ATA (SATA)
• Form factor: 5.25" internal
• Disc loading: Tray
• LightScribe support: Yes
• DVD+R write speed: 16x
• DVD-R write speed: 16x
• DVD+RW write speed: 8x
• DVD-RW write speed: 6x
• DVD+R Dual Layer write speed: 8x
• DVD-R Dual Layer write speed: 8x
• CD-R write speed: 48x
• CD-RW write speed: 24x
• DVD read speed: 16x
• CD read speed: 48x
• Buffer size: 2 MB
• Mounting orientation: Horizontal, Vertical

Why choose it

This Dell drive delivers fast write speeds across all major DVD and CD formats, including dual-layer discs. LightScribe lets you burn custom labels directly onto compatible media, eliminating sticker labels. SATA connectivity ensures easy integration with modern motherboards.

Ideal use cases

• Archiving large data sets to dual-layer DVDs
• Creating labeled media for clients or presentations
• Installing software from optical discs

Good to know

The drive fits standard 5.25" bays and works with desktop PCs and workstations. It is compatible with DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, CD-R, and CD-RW media.