A5220A - HP 6/32x SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended 50-Pin DVD-ROM Optical Drive

SKU 6/32x

Brand HP

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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Key specifications

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Drive Type: DVD-ROM
Read Speed: 6x (DVD), 32x (CD)
Interface: SCSI-2 Narrow Single-Ended
Connector: 50-Pin
Form Factor: Internal (likely)

Product details

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)

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.

Condition: Refurbished