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Dell 7N956 24x IDE CD-RW Optical Drive

SKU 7N956
Brand Dell
  • 24x CD-R write speed
  • 16x CD-RW rewrite speed
  • 48x CD-ROM read speed
  • IDE (PATA) interface
  • Tray-loading mechanism
  • Standard 5.25-inch form factor
  • Supports creation of audio and data CDs
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Key specifications

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Drive Type
CD-RW
Write Speed
24x (CD-R)
Rewrite Speed
16x (CD-RW)
Read Speed
48x (CD-ROM)
Interface
IDE (PATA)
Form Factor
5.25-inch Internal

Product details

The Dell 7N956 is a 24x IDE CD-RW optical drive, capable of both reading and writing to CD-R and CD-RW media. It features an IDE interface and a tray-loading mechanism.

Technical Information

Drive TypeCD-RW
Write Speed24x (CD-R)
Rewrite Speed16x (CD-RW)
Read Speed48x (CD-ROM)

Additional Specifications

InterfaceIDE (PATA)
Form Factor5.25-inch Internal
Loading MechanismTray

Description

The Dell 7N956 is an internal optical drive that offers CD-RW functionality, allowing users to not only read CDs but also to write data to CD-R discs and rewrite data to CD-RW discs. With a maximum write speed of 24x for CD-R and 16x for CD-RW, it provides a versatile solution for creating backups, burning music, or distributing data on optical media. This drive utilizes the IDE (PATA) interface, a common connection standard for optical drives in many computer systems. The tray-loading mechanism ensures easy insertion and ejection of discs, and the drive fits into a standard 5.25-inch drive bay found in most desktop computers and servers. The 7N956 is capable of reading standard CD-ROMs at a speed of 48x. It serves as a functional component for systems that require optical burning and reading capabilities, supporting the creation of various types of CD projects.

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