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HP 311281-001 CD/DVD Combo Drive - CD-RW/DVD-ROM Support
- Supports CD-RW writing
- Supports DVD-ROM reading
- Supports CD-ROM reading
- Internal drive form factor
- IDE/ATAPI interface
- Combo drive functionality
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Product Overview
The HP 311281-001 is a combo drive that supports both CD/DVD reading and CD rewriting. It allows users to read DVD-ROMs and write to CD-RW media.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD/DVD Combo Drive |
| CD-RW Write Speed | Up to 24x (assumed) |
| CD-RW Rewrite Speed | Up to 10x (assumed) |
| DVD-ROM Read Speed | Up to 8x (assumed) |
Additional Specifications
| CD-ROM Read Speed | Up to 40x (assumed) |
| Interface | IDE/ATAPI |
| Form Factor | Internal |
Product Description
The HP 311281-001 is an internal combo optical drive that provides essential functionality for users needing to interact with both CD and DVD media. This drive is capable of reading DVD-ROM discs, allowing access to movies, software, and data stored on standard DVDs. Additionally, it offers the ability to write to and rewrite CD-RW media, enabling users to create their own CDs for data backups, audio compilation, or software distribution. While it supports DVD reading, its writing capabilities are limited to CD-RW formats. This means it cannot write to DVD+/-R or DVD+/-RW discs. The drive utilizes the IDE/ATAPI interface, which was a common standard for optical drives in many PC systems. Its internal form factor allows for installation within a standard 5.25-inch drive bay in a desktop computer. This combo drive is a practical solution for users who primarily need to read DVDs and create or update CDs. It offers a cost-effective way to equip a computer with basic optical media capabilities, suitable for older systems or as a replacement drive where advanced DVD burning is not a requirement. The HP 311281-001 serves as a functional component for accessing and managing CD and DVD media.
