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Dell R1697 8x SATA DVD-ROM Optical Device for Latitude D620/D630
- 8x read speed for DVD-ROM media
- SATA interface for high-speed data transfer
- Designed for Dell Latitude D620 and D630 laptops
- Reads standard DVD-ROM discs
- Slimline form factor for laptop integration
- Plug-and-play functionality
- Facilitates software installation and media playback
- Genuine Dell replacement part
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Product Overview
The Dell R1697 is an 8x SATA DVD-ROM optical drive designed for select Dell Latitude laptops, specifically the D620 and D630 models. It allows users to read data from DVD-ROM discs.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Optical Drive |
| Interface | SATA |
| Read Speed | 8x (DVD-ROM) |
| Write Speed | N/A (Read-Only) |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Slimline |
| Compatibility | Dell Latitude D620, D630 |
| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | R1697 |
Product Description
The Dell R1697 is a dedicated DVD-ROM optical drive engineered to provide read-only functionality for specific Dell Latitude laptop models, namely the D620 and D630. This drive utilizes a SATA interface, which offers a significant improvement in data transfer speeds compared to older IDE interfaces, ensuring efficient loading of data from optical media. With a maximum read speed of 8x for DVD-ROM discs, users can quickly access software installations, view movie DVDs, or read data backups stored on optical media. Its slimline form factor is crucial for integration into the compact chassis of the Latitude D620 and D630 laptops. This allows for a seamless fit within the laptop's optical drive bay, maintaining the sleek design and portability of the device. The drive is designed for straightforward installation and is typically recognized by the operating system automatically, offering plug-and-play convenience for users needing to access DVD content. This optical drive serves essential functions such as installing operating systems and applications from DVD media, playing back commercial movie DVDs, and accessing data archives. As a genuine Dell part, the R1697 ensures compatibility and reliability with the intended Latitude models, providing a dependable solution for users who require DVD-ROM reading capabilities on their laptops.
