HP 331903-B21#0D1 8x CD/DVD Combo Drive Combo Drive CD-RW/DVD-ROM

SKU 331903-B21#0D1

Brand HP

Type: CD/DVD Combo Drive
Read Speeds: Up to 8x DVD-ROM, Up to 32x CD-ROM
Write Speeds: Up to 24x CD-R, Up to 16x CD-RW
Supported Media: Reads DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW; Writes CD-R, CD-RW
Designed for HP systems
Interface: IDE/ATAPI (likely for this generation)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch
Provides optical media reading and CD burning

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: CD/DVD Combo Drive
Interface: IDE/ATAPI (assumed)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch Internal
Max Read Speed (DVD-ROM): 8x
Max Read Speed (CD-ROM): 32x
Max Write Speed (CD-R): 24x

Product details

The HP 331903-B21#0D1 is an 8x CD/DVD Combo Drive. This internal drive allows users to read from both CD and DVD media, and write to CD-RW discs. It provides essential optical media functionality for compatible HP systems, suitable for data backup and software installation.

Technical Information

Drive Type	CD/DVD Combo Drive
Interface	IDE/ATAPI (assumed)
Form Factor	5.25-inch Internal
Max Read Speed (DVD-ROM)	8x

Additional Specifications

Max Read Speed (CD-ROM)	32x
Max Write Speed (CD-R)	24x
Max Write Speed (CD-RW)	16x
Supported Media	Reads DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW; Writes CD-R, CD-RW

Description

The HP 331903-B21#0D1 is an internal optical drive that functions as a CD/DVD combo drive, offering the ability to read from both CD and DVD media, while also providing the capability to write to CD-R and CD-RW discs. This drive is designed to be integrated into HP computer systems, providing essential optical media functionality for users who need to access data from discs or create their own CD backups. The '8x' designation typically refers to its maximum DVD-ROM read speed. While it can read DVDs, its writing capabilities are limited to CD formats. This means users can burn data or music onto CD-R discs or create rewritable CDs using CD-RW media. The drive supports standard CD writing speeds, allowing for relatively quick creation of CD collections. Given its model number and era, it is highly likely to use an IDE/ATAPI interface for connection to the motherboard, which was common for optical drives during its production period. This combo drive is suitable for a range of tasks, including installing software distributed on CDs, reading data from CD-ROMs, and creating custom audio CDs or data backups on CD-R/RW media. For users with older HP systems or those who still utilize CD-based media, the 331903-B21#0D1 serves as a functional and reliable optical drive component.

Condition: Refurbished