A8682B - HP ATAPI IDE DVD-ROM Optical Drive

SKU ATAPI

Brand HP

IDE Interface for broad compatibility
Reads DVD-ROM and CD-ROM media
Standard optical drive form factor
Suitable for data access and media playback
Plug-and-play functionality on compatible systems
Designed for desktop computer integration

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: DVD-ROM
Interface: IDE (PATA)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch
Read Speed (DVD): Up to 16x
Read Speed (CD): Up to 48x
Supported Media: DVD-ROM, CD-ROM

Product details

The HP ATAPI IDE DVD-ROM Optical Drive is a reliable component for reading data from DVD and CD media. It connects via an IDE interface, making it compatible with a wide range of older computer systems. This drive is suitable for tasks such as installing software, watching movies, or accessing data from optical discs.

Technical Information

Drive Type	DVD-ROM
Interface	IDE (PATA)
Form Factor	5.25-inch

Additional Specifications

Read Speed (DVD)	Up to 16x
Read Speed (CD)	Up to 48x
Supported Media	DVD-ROM, CD-ROM

Description

This ATAPI IDE DVD-ROM drive, identified by its SKU ATAPI and title A8682B, offers essential optical media reading capabilities. It leverages the legacy IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface, also known as PATA (Parallel ATA), which was a standard for connecting storage devices in personal computers for many years. This ensures compatibility with a vast array of motherboards and systems that predate the widespread adoption of SATA interfaces. The primary function of this drive is to read data from DVD-ROM and CD-ROM discs. This includes software installation discs, data backup discs, and movie DVDs. While it does not support writing to discs (it's a read-only drive), its robust reading performance makes it a dependable choice for accessing information stored on optical media. The standard 5.25-inch form factor allows for easy installation into most desktop computer cases. For users maintaining older systems or requiring a dedicated DVD-ROM reader, this HP ATAPI drive provides a straightforward and effective solution. Its plug-and-play nature on compatible operating systems simplifies setup, allowing for immediate use upon installation. It represents a cost-effective way to ensure a system can interact with the ubiquitous DVD and CD formats.

Condition: Refurbished