DELL
DELL TF3D416G3200HC16FDC01 DVD burner GS40N SATA 24x CD 8x DVD 0.75 MB buffer
Internal SATA DVD-RW drive writes CDs at 24x and DVDs at 8x with a 0.75 MB buffer
- Writes CDs at 24x speed for quick backups
- Burns DVDs at 8x for reliable data storage
- 75 MB buffer helps prevent write errors
- Tray-loading mechanism accepts standard discs easily
- SATA interface fits compatible Dell Precision laptops
Internal laptop DVD writer
The Dell GS40N is a tray-loading SATA optical drive built for Precision M4800 M6400 M6500 M6600 and M6800 mobile workstations. It reads and writes CD-RW and DVD+RW media and reads DVD+R discs. The 0.75 MB buffer helps maintain a steady stream during burns.
Sustained write behaviour
At 24x for CD and 8x for DVD±R the drive holds its rated speed across a full disc rather than dropping back after the first zones. Dual-layer DVD±R DL writing runs at 6x and remains stable through the layer change. The small buffer means the host must keep data flowing without long pauses.
Thermals noise and power
As a slim internal unit it draws power directly from the laptop SATA port and adds minimal heat to the chassis. Operational noise is typical for a tray mechanism spinning at 8x DVD speed and stays low during read-only tasks. No external power adapter is required.
Highlights
- Writes CDs at 24x speed for quick backups
- Burns DVDs at 8x for reliable data storage
- 75 MB buffer helps prevent write errors
- Tray-loading mechanism accepts standard discs easily
- SATA interface fits compatible Dell Precision laptops
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Model | GS40N |
Questions about this item
How much noise and heat does the GS40N produce when burning discs continuously?
The tray-loading GS40N runs at standard laptop optical-drive noise levels; its 0.75 MB buffer helps keep the motor speed steady during long write sessions.
What must my laptop already have for this GS40N to work?
A SATA connection and a tray-loading optical bay that accepts the Dell Precision M4800 M6400 M6500 M6600 M6800 form factor.
Will the GS40N read and write media created on older CD-RW and DVD+R drives I still use?
Yes — it reads CD-RW and DVD+R at 24x and 8x, and writes CD-RW at 24x and DVD+RW at 8x, matching those legacy formats.
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