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Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE SATA Optical Drive DVD Burner Black

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Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE SATA Optical Drive DVD Burner Black

Name: Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE SATA Optical Drive DVD Burner Black
Brand: Samsung
SKU: SH-224DB/BEBE

★★★★★4.5 (595 reviews)

25 inch

Add reliable DVD burning to any desktop with Samsung's 24x SATA optical drive featuring fast write speeds and a compact 5.25-inch form factor.

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Overview

The Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE is an internal SATA optical drive designed for desktop computers that need dependable DVD burning capability. Built around a standard 5.25-inch form factor, it slides into a conventional drive bay and connects to any motherboard with an available SATA port. The drive delivers 24x write speeds on DVD+R media and 8x on DVD+RW, making it a practical choice for backing up files, creating installation media, or archiving data onto optical discs.

With a SATA 1.5 Gbps burst transfer rate, the SH-224DB/BEBE handles data transfer at speeds sufficient for optical media workflows. The 0.75MB onboard buffer helps smooth the writing process to minimize burn errors. While this drive doesn't push the boundaries of optical technology — there's no Blu-ray support and the buffer is on the smaller side — it fills the role of a reliable, affordable DVD burner for users who still rely on optical media in their desktop workflow.

Key Features

Drive Type: Internal DVD Burner

Interface: SATA

Burst Transfer Rate: SATA 1.5Gbps

Buffer Memory: 0.75MB

Form Factor: 5.25 inch

Specifications

Brand

Samsung

Model

SH-224DB/BEBE

Drive Type

Internal DVD Burner

Interface

SATA 1.5 Gbps

Buffer Memory

0.75MB

Form Factor

5.25 inch

DVD+R Write Speed

24x

DVD+RW Write Speed

Color

Black

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

24x DVD+R write speed allows for quick disc burning
Standard SATA interface ensures broad motherboard compatibility
5.25-inch form factor fits most desktop tower cases without adapters
Supports both DVD+R and DVD+RW disc formats for flexible use
Simple plug-and-play installation with no external power supply needed

👎 Cons

0.75MB buffer memory is smaller than many competing optical drives
SATA 1.5 Gbps interface is the older, slower SATA revision
Internal-only design means it cannot be used with laptops or cases lacking 5.25-inch bays
Does not support Blu-ray disc reading or writing

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of discs can the Samsung SH-224DB/BEBE write to?

This drive supports writing to DVD+R at 24x speed and DVD+RW at 8x speed, making it suitable for data backups, software installation discs, and general DVD burning tasks.

What interface does this drive use to connect to a computer?

It uses a SATA interface with a burst transfer rate of 1.5 Gbps, which is standard on most desktop motherboards.

Will this drive fit in a standard desktop PC case?

Yes, it uses the standard 5.25-inch form factor that fits in the optical drive bays found in most desktop tower cases.

How much buffer memory does the SH-224DB/BEBE have?

The drive includes 0.75MB of buffer memory, which helps maintain a steady data stream during disc burning to reduce errors.

Is this an internal or external drive?

This is an internal drive that mounts inside your desktop computer case and connects via a SATA cable to the motherboard.