020YNG - Dell 12X IDE 5.25-inch CD-RW Drive

SKU 020YNG

Brand DELL

Internal CD-RW optical drive.
Standard 5.25-inch form factor.
IDE/PATA (ATAPI) interface.
Supports CD-R write functionality.
Supports CD-RW rewrite functionality.
Supports CD-ROM read functionality.
Designed for Dell computer systems.
Suitable for burning audio and data CDs.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Optical Drive
Functionality: CD-RW / CD-ROM
Interface: IDE / PATA (ATAPI)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch Internal
CD Write Speed: Up to 12x
CD Rewrite Speed: Up to 8x

Product details

The Dell 020YNG is an internal 5.25-inch IDE CD-RW drive. It allows users to read CD-ROMs and write data to CD-R discs, as well as erase and rewrite data on CD-RW discs.

Technical Information

Product Type	Optical Drive
Functionality	CD-RW / CD-ROM
Interface	IDE / PATA (ATAPI)
Form Factor	5.25-inch Internal

Additional Specifications

CD Write Speed	Up to 12x
CD Rewrite Speed	Up to 8x
CD Read Speed	Up to 32x
Supported Media	CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM

Description

The Dell 020YNG is an internal CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) optical drive that fits into a standard 5.25-inch drive bay. This drive utilizes the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) or PATA (Parallel ATA) interface, commonly referred to as ATAPI (ATA Packet Interface), which connects to the computer's motherboard via a ribbon cable. It is designed to provide essential optical media functionality for Dell computer systems. The primary functions of the 020YNG drive include reading data from standard CD-ROMs, writing data to CD-R discs, and performing rewritable operations on CD-RW discs. This allows users to create their own audio CDs, burn data backups, install software distributed on CD, and erase and rewrite content on CD-RW media multiple times. The drive's write speed for CD-R is rated up to 12x, while its rewrite speed for CD-RW is up to 8x, and it can read CD-ROMs at speeds up to 32x. This drive is a suitable replacement or upgrade component for Dell desktops that require CD burning capabilities. While newer technologies like DVD and Blu-ray have become more prevalent, the CD-RW functionality remains useful for specific applications, such as creating audio CDs for older car stereos or backing up smaller sets of data onto affordable optical media. The Dell 020YNG ensures that users can continue to utilize CD-based media for various purposes.

Condition: Refurbished