HP 244647-406 16x CD-ROM ATA-IDE Optical Drive

SKU 244647-406

Brand HP

16x Read Speed
CD-ROM Drive
ATA/IDE Interface
Reads standard CD-ROM discs
Basic optical media reading capability
Suitable for legacy systems
Ideal for software installation from CD

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: CD-ROM
Read Speed: 16x
Interface: ATA/IDE

Product details

The HP 244647-406 is a 16x CD-ROM optical drive utilizing the ATA/IDE interface. It is designed solely for reading data from CD-ROM discs, making it suitable for systems requiring basic CD media access.

Technical Information

Drive Type	CD-ROM
Read Speed	16x

Additional Specifications

Interface

ATA/IDE

Description

The HP 244647-406 is a dedicated CD-ROM drive, engineered for the specific task of reading data from Compact Discs. With a maximum read speed of 16x, it provides efficient access to the information contained on CD-ROM media, which was historically used for software distribution, music albums, and data archiving. This drive employs the widely adopted ATA/IDE interface, ensuring compatibility with a vast array of older desktop computers and servers. Its primary function is read-only, meaning it cannot write data to CDs but can reliably access content from pre-recorded discs. This makes it a suitable component for systems that need to run legacy applications or access data stored on CD-ROMs. While modern systems have largely moved beyond CD-ROM technology, the HP 244647-406 remains a functional and necessary component for maintaining older hardware or for specific use cases that still rely on CD-ROM media. It offers a straightforward and dependable solution for basic CD reading requirements.

Condition: Refurbished