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Apple 678-0563C 8x DVD-RW IDE Slim Slot Load Optical Drive
- 8x maximum DVD-RW write speed
- IDE interface for older Apple systems
- Slim form factor for compact designs
- Slot Load mechanism for media insertion
- Supports DVD-RW and DVD-R formats
- Compatible with CD-RW and CD-R media
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Optical Drive
- Interface
- IDE (PATA)
- Form Factor
- Slim
- Loading Mechanism
- Slot Load
- Write Speed
- 8x DVD-RW
- Brand
- Apple
Product details
The Apple 678-0563C is an 8x DVD-RW IDE Slim Slot Load Optical Drive. This drive is designed for Apple systems, featuring a slim profile and a slot-loading mechanism for DVD burning and rewriting.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Optical Drive |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| Form Factor | Slim |
| Loading Mechanism | Slot Load |
Additional Specifications
| Write Speed | 8x DVD-RW |
| Brand | Apple |
| Part Number | 678-0563C |
Description
The Apple 678-0563C is a specialized optical drive designed for integration into Apple Macintosh computers, particularly those from an era where IDE interfaces were standard and slim, slot-loading drives were common. With an 8x maximum write speed for DVD-RW media, it offers respectable performance for burning and rewriting optical discs, enabling users to create backups, distribute software, or author DVDs. The drive utilizes an IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics), also known as PATA (Parallel ATA), interface, which was prevalent in older computer systems. Its slim form factor is optimized for the compact internal dimensions of many Apple laptops and compact desktops, while the slot-loading mechanism provides a sleek and user-friendly way to insert and eject optical media, often found in MacBook Pro or iMac models of its time. This Apple-branded drive supports a range of DVD formats, including DVD-RW and DVD-R, as well as CD-RW and CD-R. It serves as a crucial component for users who need to interact with optical media for software installation, data archiving, or media playback on compatible Apple hardware. The 678-0563C represents a reliable optical solution tailored for the specific design requirements of Apple products.
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