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Dell WH297 Assembly , CDRW/DVD,I, 48X, HH
- CD-RW (ReWritable) drive
- DVD read capability
- 48x write speed for CD-R
- 24x rewrite speed for CD-RW
- Half-Height (HH) form factor
- IDE (PATA) interface
- Suitable for CD burning and DVD reading
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Key specifications
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- CDRW/DVD Combo Drive
- Interface
- IDE (PATA)
- Write Speed
- 48x (CD-R), 24x (CD-RW)
- Read Speed
- 48x (CD), 8x (DVD)
- Form Factor
- Half-Height (HH)
Product details
The Dell WH297 is a 48x HH (Half-Height) assembly that combines CD-RW and DVD read capabilities. It is designed for optical media tasks including burning CDs and reading DVDs.
Technical Information
| Product Type | CDRW/DVD Combo Drive |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| Write Speed | 48x (CD-R), 24x (CD-RW) |
Additional Specifications
| Read Speed | 48x (CD), 8x (DVD) |
| Form Factor | Half-Height (HH) |
Description
The Dell WH297 is a versatile optical drive assembly that combines CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) functionality with DVD read capabilities. This drive allows users to burn CDs at speeds up to 48x and rewrite CD-RW discs at speeds up to 24x, making it efficient for creating music CDs, data backups, or software installations. The integrated DVD read capability ensures that users can also access content from standard DVD-ROM discs. This drive utilizes the IDE (PATA) interface, which was a common standard for optical drives in many computer systems. Its Half-Height (HH) form factor means it is designed to fit into standard 5.25-inch drive bays found in most desktop computers, making it a suitable replacement or addition for systems that support this interface and size. The Dell WH297 assembly provides a cost-effective solution for users who need to perform CD burning tasks and read DVD media. It is a practical component for data management, multimedia consumption, and software installation, offering a good balance of speed and functionality for optical media operations within compatible systems.
Condition: Refurbished
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