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HP 161685-B21 24x CD-ROM Slimline Drive for CTO Systems 24x
- 24x CD-ROM Read Speed
- Slimline Form Factor
- Internal Drive
- Designed for HP CTO Systems
- Read-only CD-ROM functionality
- IDE/ATAPI Interface
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Internal CD-ROM Drive
- Brand
- HP
- Model
- 161685-B21
- Interface
- IDE/ATAPI
- Max Read Speed
- 24x
- Form Factor
- Slimline
Product details
The HP 161685-B21 is a 24x CD-ROM Slimline Drive designed for CTO (Configure-To-Order) systems. This internal optical drive provides read-only access to CD-ROM media, making it suitable for installing software, accessing data archives, or playing audio CDs on compatible HP systems.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Internal CD-ROM Drive |
| Brand | HP |
| Model | 161685-B21 |
| Interface | IDE/ATAPI |
Additional Specifications
| Max Read Speed | 24x |
| Form Factor | Slimline |
| Functionality | Read-Only |
Description
The HP 161685-B21 is an internal, slimline CD-ROM drive specifically designed for integration into HP's Configure-To-Order (CTO) systems. This drive provides essential read-only functionality for CD-ROM media, allowing users to access software installations, data backups, and audio CDs. Its slimline form factor is optimized for space-constrained environments often found within modern computer chassis, particularly those designed by HP for business and enterprise use. With a maximum read speed of 24x, the drive ensures reasonably quick access to the data stored on CD-ROM discs. It utilizes the standard IDE/ATAPI interface, which was prevalent in many computer systems during its production era, ensuring broad compatibility with compatible HP motherboards. This drive is intended for systems where optical media playback or installation is a requirement, but write capabilities are not needed. This HP branded CD-ROM drive is a reliable component for systems that require the ability to read from optical discs. It is a straightforward, functional solution for tasks such as operating system installation, driver updates from CD, or accessing legacy data stored on CD-ROM formats. Its integration into HP CTO systems signifies a commitment to providing complete, configurable solutions for their customer base.
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