2Y358 - Dell 48X IDE 5.25-inch CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive for PowerEdge 1600SC

SKU 2Y358

Brand DELL

48X CD-RW write speed
DVD-ROM read capability
IDE interface
5.25-inch form factor
CD-RW/DVD combo drive
Internal optical drive

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: CD-RW/DVD Combo
CD Speed: 48X
Interface: IDE (PATA)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch Internal

Product details

The Dell 2Y358 is a 5.25-inch IDE CD-RW/DVD combo drive with a 48X CD read speed. It allows users to read from and write to CD-R/RW media and read from DVD-ROM media.

Technical Information

Drive Type	CD-RW/DVD Combo
CD Speed	48X

Additional Specifications

Interface	IDE (PATA)
Form Factor	5.25-inch Internal

Description

The Dell 2Y358 is an internal optical drive that combines CD-RW writing capabilities with DVD-ROM reading functionality. This 5.25-inch drive utilizes an IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics), also known as PATA (Parallel ATA), interface for connection to the computer's motherboard. With a 48X write speed for CD-RW media, it allows for efficient burning of audio, data, or software onto CD-R and CD-RW discs. This combo drive offers the versatility to both create CDs and read data from DVD-ROMs. While it can read DVDs, its writing capabilities are limited to CD-R and CD-RW formats. This makes it a practical solution for systems that require optical media functionality for software installation, data backup, or media playback where DVD writing is not a primary requirement. The 5.25-inch form factor indicates that it is designed to fit into standard drive bays found in desktop computers and some servers. The IDE interface signifies its compatibility with older systems or systems that still utilize this connection type for optical drives. The Dell 2Y358 serves as a functional optical drive for various computing tasks.

Condition: Refurbished