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LG 6480995 Ultra Slim Portable Blu-ray Writer Bundle

★★★★★4.1 (179 reviews)
1GB RAM

Portable Blu-ray writer with M-DISC archival support and BDXL compatibility for reliable long-term data storage on the go.

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Overview

The LG WP50NB40 Ultra Slim Portable Blu-ray Writer Bundle is designed for users who take data preservation seriously. Supporting both M-DISC and BDXL formats, this drive goes well beyond standard Blu-ray burning by offering archival-grade recording that resists environmental degradation and high-capacity discs that hold up to 128GB of data. The slim, bus-powered design means you can carry it in a laptop bag and connect it with a single Micro USB cable—no power brick required.

Burn speeds top out at 6x for BD-R, 8x for DVD, and 24x for CD, with matching read speeds across those formats. The 4MB buffer with under-run prevention keeps burns stable even when your system is multitasking. Compatible with macOS 10.7.5 and later as well as Windows XP SP3 through Windows 8.1, the drive fits into virtually any existing workflow. The included M-DISC blank disc lets you start archiving important files as soon as the box is open, making this bundle a practical all-in-one solution for optical storage and backup.

Key Features

Bundle of LG external burner and a 1 pack of Blu-ray M-DISC BD

M-DISC uses a non-volatile rock-like data layer, which is more durable than reflective organic dye-based layers found in conventional discs. Writing onto M-DISCs using an M-DISC supported drive allows permanent data storage lasting up to 1000 years.

Operating requirements: Mac OS X (10.7.5 or higher), Windows XP (SP 3 or higher), Vista, 7, 8/8.1. CPU and RAM Requirements: Pentium IV (2.4GHz or higher), 1GB RAM or larger

Maximum burn speeds of 6x for BD-R, 8x for DVD-R/+R and 24x for CD-R, maximum read speeds of 6x for BD-R, 8x for DVD-R/+R and 24x for CD-R. Maximum BD Dual Layer (DL) burn speed at 6x and read speed at 6x. Maximum DVD Dual Layer (DL) burn speed at 6x and read speed at 8x

Buffer size of 4MB with Buffer Under-run prevention function embedded

Specifications

Model
LG WP50NB40
Interface
Micro USB 2.0 Type A
BD-R Burn Speed
6x
BD-R Read Speed
6x
BD DL Burn / Read Speed
6x / 6x
DVD-R/+R Burn Speed
8x
DVD DL Burn / Read Speed
6x / 8x
CD-R Burn Speed
24x
CD-R Read Speed
24x
Buffer Size
4MB with buffer under-run prevention
Disc Support
M-DISC, BDXL
OS Compatibility
Mac OS X 10.7.5+, Windows XP SP3+, Vista, 7, 8/8.1
Bundle Includes
1 pack Blu-ray M-DISC
Color
Black

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • M-DISC support provides archival-grade data preservation that outlasts standard optical media
  • BDXL compatibility allows storage of up to 128GB on a single disc
  • Ultra-slim portable design connects via a single USB cable with no external power needed
  • Broad OS compatibility spanning macOS and Windows back to XP SP3
  • Bundle includes M-DISC media so you can begin burning immediately

👎 Cons

  • Micro USB 2.0 interface limits transfer speeds compared to USB 3.0 drives
  • 4MB buffer is modest and may slow sustained high-speed burns
  • Maximum Blu-ray burn speed of 6x is on the slower side for large disc images
  • No USB-C connectivity, requiring an adapter on newer laptops

Frequently Asked Questions

It draws power through the included Micro USB 2.0 cable, so no separate power adapter is needed for most laptops.
M-DISC is a disc format that engraves data into a rock-like layer rather than organic dye, making stored data resistant to light, heat, and humidity for decades. This drive can both read and write M-DISC media.
With BDXL disc support, the drive can handle discs up to 128GB, far exceeding standard 25GB or 50GB Blu-ray discs.
Yes, it supports Mac OS X 10.7.5 and higher, as well as Windows XP SP3 and above.
Yes, it comes with one pack of Blu-ray M-DISC so you can start archiving data right out of the box.

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