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A5220A - HP 6/32x SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended 50-Pin DVD-ROM Optical Drive
- Drive Type: DVD-ROM Optical Drive
- Speed: 6x DVD read, 32x CD read
- Interface: SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended
- Connector: 50-Pin Centronics
- Form Factor: Internal (assumed)
- Designed for data retrieval from DVD-ROM media.
- Compatible with HP 9000 series servers and other SCSI systems.
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Product Overview
This HP DVD-ROM drive is a 6x/32x speed optical drive utilizing a SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended interface with a 50-pin connector. It is designed for reading DVD-ROM media in compatible server systems.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DVD-ROM |
| Read Speed | 6x (DVD), 32x (CD) |
| Interface | SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended |
Additional Specifications
| Connector | 50-Pin |
| Form Factor | Internal (likely) |
Product Description
The HP 6/32x SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended DVD-ROM drive is an optical storage device designed for reading data from DVD-ROM and CD-ROM media. It operates at a speed of 6x for DVD media and up to 32x for CD media, providing efficient data retrieval for its class. The drive utilizes the SCSI-2 interface, specifically the Narrow Single-Ended variant, which was common in enterprise environments for its performance and ability to connect multiple devices in a chain. The 50-pin connector is characteristic of SCSI Narrow interfaces. This type of interface was favored in servers and workstations for its reliability and throughput capabilities compared to earlier interfaces like IDE. The 'Single-Ended' designation refers to the electrical signaling method used, which has limitations on cable length and the number of devices compared to differential SCSI, but was cost-effective and widely adopted. This drive is typically installed internally within a computer chassis. Its primary function is to read pre-recorded data from DVD-ROM discs, making it useful for software installation, data archiving, or accessing information distributed on optical media. Compatibility is generally with systems that support SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended controllers, often found in older HP 9000 servers and similar enterprise-grade hardware.
