Author: Chris Hunter

Editor: Eric Strider

Model: Liteon LH18A1P

Manufacturer: Liteon

Price: $29.99

Today we will be looking at another challenge to the throne of high-end burners. The options, quality, and reliability associated with premium drives are no longer exclusive, and these technologies are now available for the masses. Optical innovations for DVD/CD formats are approaching their denouement: they are still useful, they are still cost effective, but the victor of the current format war will supersede current standards. This perfection of a process has produced several options for the average user that bring reliable optical storage within the grasp of the budget conscious enthusiast. Among the options generated, the LiteOn 18X DVD Writer, or LH18A1P, took a ride through our test bench. We will see if this drive is worth the shipping.

Onward to the specifications...