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29WYD - Dell 8X/4X/24X Slim Line CD-RW (Black)
- Internal CD-RW drive
- Black bezel
- Write Speed: 8X
- Rewrite Speed: 4X
- Read Speed: 24X
- Slim line form factor
- Interface: IDE/PATA (assumed based on era and type)
- Model Number: 29WYD
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- CD-RW
- Bezel Color
- Black
- Write Speed
- 8X
- Rewrite Speed
- 4X
- Read Speed
- 24X
- Form Factor
- Slim Line
Product details
The Dell 29WYD is a Slim Line CD-RW drive with a black bezel, capable of writing CDs at 8X speed, rewriting at 4X speed, and reading at 24X speed. It is designed for internal installation in desktop computers.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD-RW |
| Bezel Color | Black |
| Write Speed | 8X |
| Rewrite Speed | 4X |
Additional Specifications
| Read Speed | 24X |
| Form Factor | Slim Line |
| Interface | IDE/PATA (typical for this model) |
| Dell Part Number | 29WYD |
Description
The Dell 29WYD, identified by Dell part number 29WYD, is an internal CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) drive designed for installation within desktop computer systems. This particular model features a slim line form factor, which allows it to fit into more compact drive bays, often found in SFF (Small Form Factor) or slim desktop chassis. The drive comes with a black bezel, designed to blend aesthetically with the front panels of many computer cases. Functionally, the Dell 29WYD offers versatile optical media capabilities. It can write data to CD-R discs at a maximum speed of 8X and rewrite data to CD-RW discs at a speed of 4X. For reading data from CDs, whether they are pre-recorded (CD-ROM), write-once (CD-R), or rewritable (CD-RW), the drive supports a maximum read speed of 24X. This combination of speeds makes it suitable for tasks such as burning music CDs, backing up data, installing software from optical media, and creating custom CD projects. Typically, drives of this era and type utilize an IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics), also known as PATA (Parallel ATA), interface for connection to the computer's motherboard. Installation involves connecting both an IDE data cable and a power connector from the power supply unit. While optical drives are less common in modern PCs, this drive would have been a standard component for users needing to work with CD-based media.
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