Asus CRW-5232A4-BLACK TeK CRW-5232A4 CD-RW Drive CD-RW 52x 32x 52x IDC

SKU CRW-5232A4-BLACK

Brand Asus

Type: Internal CD-RW Drive
Interface: IDE (ATAPI)
Max Write Speed: 52x (CD-R)
Max Rewrite Speed: 32x (CD-RW)
Max Read Speed: 52x (CD-ROM)
Supported Formats: CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM
Bezel Color: Black
Buffer Size: 2MB

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: Internal CD-RW Drive
Interface: IDE (ATAPI)
Max CD-R Write Speed: 52x
Max CD-RW Rewrite Speed: 32x
Max CD-ROM Read Speed: 52x
Buffer Size: 2MB

Product details

The Asus CRW-5232A4-BLACK is an internal CD-RW drive capable of writing CDs at 52x speed, rewriting at 32x speed, and reading at 52x speed. It features an IDE interface and a black bezel.

Technical Information

Drive Type	Internal CD-RW Drive
Interface	IDE (ATAPI)
Max CD-R Write Speed	52x
Max CD-RW Rewrite Speed	32x

Additional Specifications

Max CD-ROM Read Speed	52x
Buffer Size	2MB
Bezel Color	Black

Description

The Asus CRW-5232A4-BLACK is an internal CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) drive designed for installation in desktop computers. It offers robust performance for optical media tasks, including the creation of audio CDs, data backups, and software distribution. The drive boasts impressive speeds, capable of writing to CD-R media at a maximum rate of 52x, rewriting to CD-RW media at up to 32x, and reading CD-ROMs at 52x. These speeds ensure efficient operation for burning and accessing optical discs. This model utilizes the IDE (also known as ATAPI) interface, which was the standard for optical drives in many computer systems of its era. While newer systems predominantly use SATA, IDE drives remain compatible with a vast number of motherboards. The drive is equipped with a 2MB buffer memory, which helps to minimize buffer underruns during writing processes, thereby improving the reliability and success rate of disc burns. The CRW-5232A4-BLACK comes with a black front bezel, designed to aesthetically match black computer cases. As an internal drive, it requires a standard 5.25-inch bay within the computer's chassis for mounting. This Asus CD-RW drive provides a reliable solution for users needing to work with CD formats, whether for archiving data, creating custom music discs, or installing applications from optical media.

Condition: Refurbished