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1701U - Dell 4X4X20X SFX 650 CD-RW Drive
- CD-RW (ReWritable) functionality
- 650 MB capacity for CD media
- SFX (Small Form Factor) size for compact systems
- IDE (PATA) interface for data transfer
- Supports CD-R and CD-RW media
- Suitable for data backup and software distribution on CD
- Tray-load mechanism
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Product Overview
The Dell 4X4X20X, also known as the 1701U, is an SFX 650 CD-RW drive. This compact optical drive is designed for systems requiring a smaller form factor, offering CD rewriting capabilities.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD-RW Drive |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| Write Speed (CD-RW) | Up to 24x |
| Read Speed (CD-ROM) | Up to 48x |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | SFX (Small Form Factor) |
| Model Number | 1701U |
| Loading Mechanism | Tray |
Product Description
The Dell 4X4X20X, identified by its model number 1701U, is a compact CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) optical drive. Its primary function is to provide users with the ability to write data to CD-RW discs multiple times, as well as read from and write to CD-R discs. This makes it a versatile tool for creating custom music CDs, backing up important files, or distributing software on optical media. Designed in an SFX (Small Form Factor), this drive is specifically intended for use in smaller computer chassis where space is at a premium. This includes many small-footprint desktop systems and some specialized workstations. The drive utilizes the older but still functional IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics), also known as PATA (Parallel ATA), interface for connecting to the computer's motherboard and transferring data. With read speeds up to 48x and rewrite speeds up to 24x, the Dell 4X4X20X offers respectable performance for its class. It supports standard CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW media formats, providing flexibility for various optical media tasks. The tray-load mechanism ensures easy and reliable insertion and ejection of discs.
