1X764 - Dell 48X CD-ROM Unit and CD-RW Unit

SKU 1X764

Brand DELL

Drive Configuration: Dual Drive Unit
Component 1: 48X CD-ROM Drive
Component 2: CD-RW Drive
Read Capabilities: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
Write Capabilities: CD-R, CD-RW
Rewrite Capabilities: CD-RW
Form Factor: Standard 5.25-inch bay
Ideal for CD data access, backup, and creation
Commonly found in older Dell desktop systems

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Optical Drive
Brand: Dell
Part Number: 1X764
Drive Configuration: Dual Drive (CD-ROM + CD-RW)
CD-ROM Speed: 48X
CD-RW Write Speed: Varies (e.g., 24x)

Product details

The Dell 1X764 is a dual optical drive unit, featuring both a 48X CD-ROM drive and a CD-RW drive. This configuration allows for reading from CD-ROMs and writing/rewriting to CD-R and CD-RW media, providing comprehensive CD functionality for desktop systems.

Technical Information

Product Type	Optical Drive
Brand	Dell
Part Number	1X764
Drive Configuration	Dual Drive (CD-ROM + CD-RW)

Additional Specifications

CD-ROM Speed	48X
CD-RW Write Speed	Varies (e.g., 24x)
CD-RW Rewrite Speed	Varies (e.g., 10x)
Form Factor	5.25-inch

Description

The Dell 1X764 is a specialized internal optical drive assembly that houses two distinct CD drives within a single 5.25-inch bay. It comprises a high-speed 48X CD-ROM drive for reading data from standard Compact Discs, and a CD-RW (Compact Disc ReWritable) drive that allows users to both write data to CD-R discs and rewrite data multiple times onto CD-RW discs. This dual-drive configuration offers flexibility for users who frequently work with CD media. The dedicated CD-ROM drive ensures fast and efficient reading of existing CD-ROMs, such as software installation discs, music albums, or data archives. Simultaneously, the integrated CD-RW drive provides the capability to create custom CDs, back up files, or transfer data between computers using rewritable media. The specific write and rewrite speeds for the CD-RW component would typically be listed separately (e.g., 24x write, 10x rewrite). This type of integrated drive was common in Dell desktop computers and workstations from an era when CD-based media was the primary method for software distribution, data backup, and media consumption. While less prevalent today with the rise of USB drives and cloud storage, the 1X764 unit provides essential CD functionality for systems that still require it, offering both reading and writing capabilities in a compact, integrated package.

Condition: Refurbished