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Creative 730CT614A 16 Bit Isa Ide Cd Rom Controller Card
- 16-bit ISA bus interface.
- IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface for CD-ROM drives.
- Allows connection of CD-ROM drives.
- Supports data reading from CD-ROMs.
- Designed for legacy PC systems.
- Brand: Creative.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Bus Type
- ISA (16-bit)
- Interface
- IDE
- Function
- CD-ROM Controller
- Brand
- Creative
- Part Number
- 730CT614A
Product details
The Creative 730CT614A is a 16-bit ISA IDE CD-ROM controller card. It enables the connection and operation of IDE CD-ROM drives within computer systems that utilize the Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) bus, facilitating access to optical media.
Technical Information
| Bus Type | ISA (16-bit) |
| Interface | IDE |
| Function | CD-ROM Controller |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | Creative |
| Part Number | 730CT614A |
Description
The Creative 730CT614A is a 16-bit ISA IDE CD-ROM Controller Card, a vital component for enhancing the capabilities of older personal computers. During the transition period when CD-ROM drives became increasingly common for software distribution and multimedia content, many systems lacked native support. This card provided the necessary interface to connect and operate IDE-based CD-ROM drives, bridging the gap between the optical drive technology and the computer's ISA expansion slots. As a 16-bit ISA card, it offers improved data transfer rates compared to 8-bit cards, though still limited by the overall ISA bus architecture. The IDE interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of CD-ROM drives manufactured during that era. By installing this controller, users could unlock the potential of CD-ROMs for installing operating systems, applications, games, and accessing multimedia encyclopedias and audio CDs. In essence, the Creative 730CT614A was a key enabler for users looking to upgrade their legacy systems with optical media capabilities. It represents a significant step in making CD-ROM technology accessible and functional for a broad user base, contributing to the widespread adoption of optical storage.
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