278026-001 - Compaq 24x Speed Internal IDE CD-ROM Drive

SKU 278026-001

Brand Compaq

24x CD-ROM Read Speed
Internal IDE Drive
3.5-Inch Form Factor (internal bay)
Compatible with CD-ROM media
Suitable for legacy desktops
Used for software installation and data access

In Stock

$70.00

Was $82.00 · You save $12.00

Key specifications

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Drive Type: CD-ROM
Speed: 24x
Interface: IDE
Form Factor: Internal

Product details

This Compaq internal CD-ROM drive offers a 24x speed for reading optical media. It connects via the IDE interface, making it compatible with a wide range of older desktop computers. This drive is suitable for installing software, playing audio CDs, and accessing data from CD-ROMs.

Technical Information

Drive Type	CD-ROM
Speed	24x

Additional Specifications

Interface	IDE
Form Factor	Internal

Description

The Compaq 278026-001 is an internal CD-ROM drive designed for installation within desktop computer systems. It provides a read speed of 24x, which refers to its capability to read data from Compact Disc Read-Only Memory (CD-ROM) discs. A 24x speed means the drive can read data at approximately 3.6 megabytes per second, which was a respectable speed for CD-ROM drives during their peak popularity. This drive utilizes the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface, also known as ATA or PATA (Parallel ATA). This interface was standard for optical drives and hard drives in many computers from the 1990s through the mid-2000s. The IDE connection allows the drive to communicate with the computer's motherboard, enabling it to read the data stored on optical media. The internal nature of the drive means it is designed to be mounted in a standard 3.5-inch drive bay within a computer case. It is primarily used for installing software from CD-ROMs, accessing data stored on discs, and playing audio CDs. For users maintaining older computer systems, this drive is essential for utilizing optical media.

Condition: Refurbished