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Dell 01Y397 24x CD-ROM Optical Drive for Latitude Series
- 24x CD-ROM read speed
- Designed for Dell Latitude laptops
- Internal optical drive
- IDE interface compatibility
- Supports CD-ROM data and audio playback
- Original equipment replacement part
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- CD-ROM
- Read Speed
- 24x
- Interface
- IDE (PATA)
- Form Factor
- Internal Laptop Drive
- System Compatibility
- Dell Latitude Series
Product details
The Dell 01Y397 is a 24x CD-ROM optical drive engineered for Dell Latitude series laptops. It provides essential functionality for reading CD-ROM media within compatible Latitude systems.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD-ROM |
| Read Speed | 24x |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Internal Laptop Drive |
| System Compatibility | Dell Latitude Series |
Description
This Dell 01Y397 is an internal CD-ROM optical drive specifically designed to be installed in Dell Latitude series laptops. It offers a 24x read speed, which is sufficient for accessing data from CD-ROMs, installing software, or playing audio CDs. The drive adheres to the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface standard, ensuring compatibility with the motherboards of many Latitude laptops from the mid-2000s. The primary function of the 01Y397 is to provide reliable CD media reading capabilities. For users who still rely on CD-ROMs for software, drivers, or multimedia content, this drive is an essential component. Its 24x speed rating means it can transfer data from a CD at a rate of approximately 3.6 MB/s, which was considered standard for CD-ROM drives of its time. As an internal component, the 01Y397 replaces or supplements the existing optical drive in a Dell Latitude laptop. It connects via a standard 40-pin IDE data cable and a 4-pin Molex power connector. This drive is a crucial part for maintaining the functionality of older Latitude models that were equipped with optical drives.
Condition: Refurbished
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