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Lite-On SHM-165H6S Dual Layer DVDRW Writer (16x/8x/16x DVD+RW, 16x/6x/16x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R DL, 4x DVD-R DL, 48x/24x/48x CD-RW)

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Very Good
  • Pros
  • Has LightScribe labeling.
  • Cons
  • DVD-RAM transfer speed rating is low.

Bottom Line

Inexpensive drive provides strong performance and well-rounded specs--including LightScribe Direct Disc labeling and DVD-RAM.

User Reviews for Lite-On SHM-165H6S Dual Layer DVDRW Writer (16x/8x/16x DVD+RW, 16x/6x/16x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R DL, 4x DVD-R DL, 48x/24x/48x CD-RW)

  • Reviewed by: runninron69

    Duration of ownership: 1 Month

    Strengths: Has done a peffect job on everything I have asked of it.I noticed a VERY recent build date so I am assuming it is a newer model.I really liked the Nero 7 software that came with it.Obviously updated since previous review.

    Weaknesses: Since this is my first DVD burner,it may be normal but it seemed rather noisy while burning. Also slow in label burning mode.

    Overall Evaluation: Unbelievablely happy with it for the price.Like a monkey on a banana boat!! If the life of it is as good as the rest of it,it'll wind up with a 9 out of 10. Why not a 10? Because there is ALWAYS room for improvement.

  • Reviewed by: mister1larry

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Labels don't peel off and no Sharpies needed!

    Weaknesses: Lightscribe in "Best" mode does take some time to "burn" label

    Overall Evaluation: Reads. Writes Cd and DVDs. Also throw that sharpie out lightscribe burns the label directly on the Media! No peeling labels, nice neat look. Lightscribe does take some time to burn, worth the wait ~ 15 minutes for list of album tracks.

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