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Dell GT400 16x IDE DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
- IDE (PATA) interface for compatibility with older systems.
- Supports DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD+R DL formats.
- Supports CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW formats.
- Reads and writes to DVD and CD media.
- 16x maximum DVD write speed.
- Half-height form factor for standard 5.25" drive bays.
- Commonly used in Dell Dimension and OptiPlex models from the IDE era.
- Provides optical media functionality for legacy hardware.
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Product Overview
The Dell GT400 is a 16x IDE DVD+/-RW optical drive, designed for older Dell systems that use the Parallel ATA (IDE) interface. It offers the ability to read and write to DVD and CD media, including dual-layer DVDs.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Optical Drive |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| Form Factor | Half-Height (5.25" internal) |
| Drive Type | DVD+/-RW |
Additional Specifications
| Maximum DVD Write Speed | 16x |
| Supported Media | DVD-ROM, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD+R DL, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | GT400 |
Product Description
The Dell GT400 is an internal optical drive that utilizes the Parallel ATA (PATA), commonly known as IDE, interface. This makes it compatible with older computer systems that feature an IDE controller and connector, as opposed to the more modern SATA interface. The drive is capable of reading and writing to a wide array of optical media, including DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and dual-layer DVD+R discs, as well as all standard CD formats (CD-R, CD-RW). Its 16x maximum DVD write speed allows for relatively quick burning of DVD media. This drive is designed to fit into a standard 5.25-inch drive bay, which is a common size for optical drives in desktop computer cases. Its half-height profile ensures it doesn't take up excessive internal space. The GT400 serves the purpose of providing essential optical media functionality, such as installing software from discs, watching DVD movies, backing up data to DVDs, or creating custom music CDs. For systems that lack an optical drive or have a malfunctioning one, the GT400 offers a direct replacement solution for IDE-equipped machines. As an OEM part for Dell, the GT400 was likely included in various Dell Dimension and OptiPlex desktop models manufactured during the era when IDE was the standard interface for optical drives. Its inclusion ensures that users of these older systems can continue to utilize optical media. While IDE interfaces are largely obsolete in modern computing, drives like the GT400 remain relevant for maintaining and repairing legacy hardware, providing a crucial link to the vast amount of software and media distributed on optical discs.
