Lenovo GU71N Slim SATA Tray Rambo Internal DVD Writer (25213108)

The Lenovo GU71N Slim SATA Tray Rambo stands out as a compact 9.5mm internal DVD writer built for notebooks and small-form-factor systems that demand reliable optical storage without sacrificing space. Unlike bulkier desktop drives, this slim tray-loading unit integrates directly into compatible Lenovo laptops and slimline chassis, offering a straightforward way to read and write CDs and DVDs.

Highlights

• Slim 9.5mm form factor fits ultra-thin notebooks and small PCs
• Tray-loading mechanism for easy disc handling
• SATA interface ensures stable data transfer
• Writes to DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, DVD-RAM, CD-R, and CD-RW
• 8x DVD write speed and 24x CD write speed for efficient burning

In daily use

The GU71N handles everyday optical tasks with ease. Burn a full DVD±R at 8x, archive data to dual-layer discs at 6x, or use DVD-RAM at 5x for drag-and-drop storage. CD-R and CD-RW both write at 24x, making quick audio or data discs simple. Read speeds reach 8x for DVD-ROM and 24x for CD-ROM, with access times of 160 ms for DVD and 140 ms for CD. The 0.75 MB buffer helps maintain smooth writes during multitasking.

Full specifications

• Drive type: Internal DVD writer
• Interface: SATA
• Form factor: Slim 9.5mm
• Loading mechanism: Tray
• Buffer memory: 0.75 MB
• DVD-ROM read speed: 8x max
• CD-ROM read speed: 24x max
• DVD-R write speed: 8x
• DVD+R write speed: 8x
• DVD-RW write speed: 6x
• DVD+RW write speed: 8x
• DVD-R DL write speed: 6x
• DVD+R DL write speed: 6x
• DVD-RAM write speed: 5x
• CD-R write speed: 24x
• CD-RW write speed: 24x
• DVD access time: 160 ms
• CD access time: 140 ms

Final note

The Lenovo GU71N is a dependable slim optical drive for systems that still need physical media support, offering a balanced set of read and write speeds in a space-saving design.