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HP 228508-001 24x IDE Speed Slimline CD-ROM Optical Drive
- Type: Optical Drive
- Functionality: CD-ROM Read Only
- Interface: IDE (PATA)
- Form Factor: Slimline
- Speed: 24x CD-ROM read speed
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Product Overview
The HP 228508-001 is an internal Slimline CD-ROM optical drive with a 24x IDE speed. It is designed for reading CD-ROM media.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Optical Drive |
| Functionality | CD-ROM Read Only |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Slimline |
| Read Speed | 24x |
Product Description
This HP 228508-001 is a Slimline CD-ROM drive, specifically designed for reading data from CD-ROM discs. It operates at a 24x speed, which is a standard rate for CD-ROM drives, allowing for efficient retrieval of data from optical media. The Slimline form factor indicates it is intended for use in compact systems, such as laptops or small form factor desktops. The drive utilizes an IDE (PATA) interface, which was common in older computer systems. This interface requires a specific ribbon cable for connection. As a CD-ROM drive, it is read-only, meaning it cannot write or rewrite data to CDs; its sole purpose is to read existing CD-ROMs. This drive is suitable for systems that need to access software, data, or multimedia content stored on CD-ROMs. It provides a reliable way to read standard CD formats within compatible IDE-based systems, particularly where space is a constraint.
