LG GP50NB40 User Manual

• Please pay attention to handling Electrostatic
Sensitive Devices, you may use anti-static
products such as wrist straps, heel straps, mats
to protect your body from electrostatic.
• Make sure you have a personal computer with
one or two open USB ports before connecting
the drive to your computer.
• Power for all other devices should be turn off
before attaching the cables.
Connect the drive to the computer as shown in
figure.
1 Connect the USB 2.0 (Y type) cable to
the drive.
2 Connect the other end of the USB 2.0
cable to your computer.
3 The drive may get its power from the PC
USB power. All systems may not meet
USB power requirements and full
performance may not be achieved.
In this case, connect to the USB power
cable.
When the computer is ready, confirm that the
drive is detected. And then, insert the supplied
software CD into the drive and install the
software.
• Please do not connect the USB cables by any means other than specified above.
Using the wrong type of cable with this drive can cause it to malfunction.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with appliance.
• If the appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or an electrical portable outlet device, the cord
extension set on electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing
or ingress of moisture.
Installation
NOTES
Connecting to computer
Hardware Installation
NOTES
USB Power cable
1
2
3

LG GP50NB40 Specifications

General

CD write speed	24 x
CD rewrite speed	0 x
DVD+R write speed	8 x
DVD-R Double Layer write speed	6 x
DVD-RAM access time	360 ms
Internal	No
Product color	White
Disc loading type	Tray
Purpose	Laptop
Interface	USB 2.0
LightScribe	-
Optical drive type	DVD Super Multi DL
Disc types supported	CD, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
Optical disc diameter	120 mm
Recording disc types	CD, CD-R, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW
Storage temperature (T-T)	-30 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	5 - 50 °C
Manual	Yes

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	135.5 mm
Width	144 mm
Height	17.5 mm
Weight	210 g

Summary

Hardware Installation

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

Guidelines for handling ESD-sensitive components to prevent damage.

Connecting the Drive to Your Computer

Instructions for connecting the drive via USB, including power source considerations.

Important Usage and Safety Notes

Key warnings regarding cable connection, child safety, and environmental protection.

Location and Function of Controls

Drive Components Overview

Identification and description of front and rear drive components.

Removing the USB Converter Cable (Windows)

Step-by-step procedure for safely removing the USB converter cable in Windows.

Features and System Requirements

Product Features

Overview of the drive's key features, including interface and supported disc types.

System Requirements

Details on computer hardware and software specifications needed for operation.

Technical Specifications

Data on supported discs, speeds, dimensions, weight, and interface.

Software and Firmware Updates

Instructions for software installation, uninstallation, and firmware updates.

Safety Instructions and Compliance

Laser Safety Warnings

Precautions regarding laser radiation exposure and avoiding internal access.

Electrical and Environmental Safety

Warnings against exposure to moisture, rain, and electrical shock risks.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Information on EU conformity, Industry Canada compliance, and FCC statements.