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661-3271 - Apple 24x Combo Drive with Carrier for iMac G5 17
- 24x read speed for CD-ROM
- Combines CD-RW and DVD-ROM functionality
- Includes carrier for installation
- Designed for 17-inch iMac G5 models
- Reads DVDs and CDs
- Writes to CDs (CD-RW functionality)
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Product Overview
The Apple 661-3271 is a 24x Combo Drive with a carrier, designed for the 17-inch iMac G5. This unit combines a CD-RW drive and a DVD-ROM drive into a single component. It allows users to read DVDs and CDs, and write to CDs.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | Combo Drive (CD-RW/DVD-ROM) |
| Read Speed (CD) | 24x |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | iMac G5 17-inch |
Product Description
The Apple 661-3271 is an integrated optical drive solution specifically manufactured for the 17-inch Apple iMac G5 computer. This 'Combo' drive cleverly merges the functionality of a CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) drive with a DVD-ROM drive into a single, compact unit. This design simplifies the internal architecture of the iMac and provides users with the versatility to both read data from DVDs and CDs, as well as burn content onto CD-R and CD-RW media. Included with the drive is a dedicated carrier, which is essential for its proper installation within the iMac G5 chassis. This carrier ensures that the drive is securely mounted and correctly aligned for optimal operation and data transfer. The drive's specifications typically include a 24x read speed for CD-ROM content, offering a reasonably quick access time for optical media. The write capabilities for CD-RW media are also a key feature, allowing for data archiving, software distribution, or personal media creation. This component is a direct replacement or upgrade part for the original optical drive in the specified iMac G5 model. Its integration is seamless, utilizing the standard interfaces and power connectors within the iMac. For users looking to restore or enhance the optical media capabilities of their 17-inch iMac G5, the 661-3271 provides a complete and compatible solution.
