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8H749 - Dell 32X/4X/8X/8X IDE Internal CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive
- Internal IDE CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive.
- Reads DVD-ROM and CD-ROM media.
- Writes to CD-R and CD-RW media.
- Supports data transfer speeds suitable for optical media.
- Designed for integration into Dell desktop systems.
- Provides optical media playback and recording functionality.
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Product Overview
The Dell 32X/4X/8X/8X (8H749) is an internal IDE CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive. It allows users to read DVDs and CDs, and write to CD-R and CD-RW media, offering versatile optical storage capabilities for compatible Dell systems.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Read Speed (DVD-ROM) | 8X |
Additional Specifications
| Read Speed (CD-ROM) | 32X |
| Write Speed (CD-R) | 8X |
| Write Speed (CD-RW) | 4X |
Product Description
The Dell 8H749, identified by the part number 32X/4X/8X/8X, is an internal optical drive designed for use in Dell desktop computers. This combo drive integrates the functionality of a DVD-ROM reader with a CD-RW writer, providing users with the ability to both read data from DVDs and CDs, and to burn data onto CD-R and CD-RW discs. The IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface ensures compatibility with older Dell systems that utilize this connection standard. This optical drive offers versatile capabilities for multimedia playback, software installation, and data archiving. Users can enjoy watching DVD movies or listening to audio CDs, install applications from optical discs, and create their own data CDs or music CDs. The drive's read speeds include up to 32X for CDs and 8X for DVDs, while its write speeds are rated at 8X for CD-R and 4X for CD-RW, providing reasonable performance for typical optical media tasks. As an internal component, the Dell 32X/4X/8X/8X drive is designed to be installed within the drive bay of a compatible Dell PC. It requires a standard IDE data cable and a Molex power connector from the system's power supply. This drive serves as a reliable solution for users who need to access or create optical media on their Dell desktop systems.
