238878-001 - Compaq DVD / CD-RW Combo Multibay Drive for Armada Notebook N200c

SKU 238878-001

Brand Compaq

Reads DVDs and CDs
Writes to CD-RW media
Multibay form factor for easy swapping
IDE interface for connectivity
Designed for Compaq laptops with a multibay slot
Combines DVD-ROM and CD-RW functionality

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
Interface: IDE (ATAPI)
DVD Read Speed: Varies (e.g., 8x)
CD Read Speed: Varies (e.g., 24x)
CD-RW Write Speed: Varies (e.g., 16x)
Form Factor: Multibay

Product details

The Compaq 238878-001 is a versatile DVD/CD-RW Combo Multibay Drive. This unit combines DVD reading and CD rewriting capabilities into a single, compact module designed for Compaq laptops.

Technical Information

Drive Type	DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
Interface	IDE (ATAPI)
DVD Read Speed	Varies (e.g., 8x)
CD Read Speed	Varies (e.g., 24x)

Additional Specifications

CD-RW Write Speed	Varies (e.g., 16x)
Form Factor	Multibay
Compatibility	Compaq Laptops with Multibay

Description

The Compaq 238878-001 represents a practical solution for expanding the optical media capabilities of compatible Compaq laptops. This drive is a combo unit, meaning it integrates the functionality of a DVD-ROM reader and a CD-Rewriter into a single module. This design was common in laptops that featured a 'multibay' or 'modular bay' system, allowing users to easily swap out drives or other components like a second battery or hard drive. The drive's primary functions include reading data from both DVD and CD discs, as well as writing data to CD-RW (rewritable CD) media. While it doesn't offer DVD writing capabilities, the combination of DVD reading and CD rewriting provided users with significant flexibility for accessing software, media, and for creating their own data CDs. The drive connects via an IDE (ATAPI) interface, which was the standard for internal optical drives in laptops of that era. Its inclusion in a technical catalog highlights the modular design philosophy prevalent in some laptop lines, emphasizing user-upgradability and customization. The 238878-001 served as a crucial component for users who needed to interact with optical media, whether for installing applications, viewing movies, or backing up files onto rewritable CDs.

Condition: Refurbished