Gateway 5508945R 16x IDE Dual Layer DVD-RW 5.25-Inch Optical Drive

SKU 5508945R

Brand Gateway

16x DVD-R write speed
8x DVD+R write speed
6x DVD-RW rewrite speed
8x DVD+RW rewrite speed
16x DVD-ROM read speed
48x CD-R write speed
24x CD-RW rewrite speed
IDE (PATA) interface
Supports Dual Layer (DVD+R DL) recording
5.25-inch form factor

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Key specifications

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Product Type: DVD-RW Drive
Interface: IDE (PATA)
Form Factor: 5.25-Inch Internal
Write Speed (DVD-R): 16x
Write Speed (DVD+R): 8x
Write Speed (DVD+R DL): 4x

Product details

The Gateway 5508945R is a 5.25-inch internal optical drive capable of reading and writing to DVD media, including dual-layer discs. It features an IDE interface and supports DVD-RW and CD-RW formats, offering versatility for data storage and media creation.

Technical Information

Product Type	DVD-RW Drive
Interface	IDE (PATA)
Form Factor	5.25-Inch Internal
Write Speed (DVD-R)	16x
Write Speed (DVD+R)	8x

Additional Specifications

Write Speed (DVD+R DL)	4x
Read Speed (DVD-ROM)	16x
Write Speed (CD-R)	48x
Rewrite Speed (CD-RW)	24x
Supported Media	DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM

Description

The Gateway 5508945R is a versatile internal optical drive that provides both reading and writing capabilities for a wide range of CD and DVD formats. Utilizing the IDE (PATA) interface, it connects to older desktop computer systems. This drive supports DVD-RW and DVD+RW formats for rewritable discs, as well as DVD-R and DVD+R for recordable discs, including dual-layer DVD+R DL media, which allows for higher storage capacity on a single disc. With a maximum DVD-R write speed of 16x and DVD+R DL write speed of 4x, users can efficiently burn data and create video DVDs. The drive also offers robust CD burning capabilities, with a 48x write speed for CD-R and a 24x rewrite speed for CD-RW discs. Its 16x DVD-ROM read speed ensures quick access to content from pre-recorded DVDs. Designed for a standard 5.25-inch drive bay, this internal drive is a practical solution for users who need to create or access optical media. It's an ideal component for building or upgrading older PCs, providing essential functionality for software installation, media playback, and data archiving via optical discs.

Condition: Refurbished