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Dell U5769 16x ATA DVD+RW Half Height Optical Drive Assembly w/ Bezel
- ATA (IDE) interface for legacy system compatibility.
- Supports DVD+R, DVD+RW, and DVD+R DL formats.
- Supports CD-R and CD-RW formats.
- 16x maximum DVD+R write speed.
- Half-height form factor for standard drive bays.
- Includes a front bezel for integration.
- Designed for Dell desktop systems.
- Enables reading and writing of optical media.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Optical Drive Assembly
- Interface
- ATA (IDE)
- Form Factor
- Half-Height (3.5" internal)
- Drive Type
- DVD+RW
- Maximum DVD+R Write Speed
- 16x
- Supported Media
- DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, CD-R, CD-RW
Product details
The Dell U5769 is a 16x ATA DVD+RW optical drive assembly, featuring a half-height form factor and a bezel. It connects via the ATA (IDE) interface and is designed for installation in Dell desktop computers.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Optical Drive Assembly |
| Interface | ATA (IDE) |
| Form Factor | Half-Height (3.5" internal) |
| Drive Type | DVD+RW |
| Maximum DVD+R Write Speed | 16x |
Additional Specifications
| Supported Media | DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, CD-R, CD-RW |
| Included | Drive with Bezel |
| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | U5769 |
Description
The Dell U5769 is a complete optical drive assembly that includes the drive mechanism and a front-mounted bezel, designed for easy installation into Dell desktop computers. It utilizes the ATA (IDE) interface, making it suitable for systems that feature this older, parallel connection standard for optical drives. The drive is specified as a 16x DVD+RW drive, indicating its capability to write to DVD+R media at speeds up to 16x and rewrite to DVD+RW media. It also supports dual-layer DVD+R discs (DVD+R DL), allowing for higher capacity recordings. In addition to DVD functionality, the U5769 drive is capable of reading and writing to CD-R and CD-RW media, providing a full range of optical disc operations. The half-height form factor is standard for internal optical drives, allowing it to fit into the 5.25-inch drive bays commonly found in desktop computer chassis. The included bezel ensures a clean and integrated appearance once installed in the computer case. This assembly is ideal for users who need to replace a faulty optical drive or add optical media capabilities to a system that lacks it. This drive is a component often found in Dell Dimension and OptiPlex desktop models from the period when ATA/IDE was the prevalent interface. Its primary function is to enable users to install software, watch DVDs, burn data backups, and create music CDs. The U5769 represents a reliable solution for maintaining or upgrading the optical media capabilities of legacy Dell systems that are not equipped with SATA interfaces.
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