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HP 481431-001 DVD-R/W Serial ATA SATA 9.5mm Optical Disk Drive
- Supports DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW media
- Serial ATA (SATA) interface for high-speed data transfer
- 9.5mm slim form factor, ideal for laptops and compact systems
- Dual Layer DVD recording support (DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL)
- Buffer underrun protection
- Plug-and-play installation
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- DVD-R/W Optical Drive
- Interface
- SATA
- Form Factor
- 9.5mm Slim
- Max Read Speed (DVD)
- 8x
- Max Write Speed (DVD-R)
- 8x
- Max Write Speed (DVD+R)
- 8x
Product details
The HP 481431-001 is a 9.5mm Serial ATA (SATA) DVD-R/W optical disk drive. It offers robust read and write capabilities for DVD and CD media, designed to fit into the slim 9.5mm bays commonly found in laptops and other compact devices. This drive supports the SATA interface for faster data transfer speeds compared to older IDE connections.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DVD-R/W Optical Drive |
| Interface | SATA |
| Form Factor | 9.5mm Slim |
| Max Read Speed (DVD) | 8x |
| Max Write Speed (DVD-R) | 8x |
| Max Write Speed (DVD+R) | 8x |
Additional Specifications
| Max Write Speed (DVD-RW) | 6x |
| Max Write Speed (DVD+RW) | 8x |
| Max Read Speed (CD) | 24x |
| Max Write Speed (CD-R) | 24x |
| Max Write Speed (CD-RW) | 16x |
Description
The HP 481431-001 is a high-performance optical drive designed for modern computing environments that prioritize speed and compact design. Its Serial ATA interface ensures efficient data transfer, making operations like reading large files or burning discs significantly faster than with older PATA/IDE interfaces. This drive is an excellent choice for upgrading or replacing the optical drive in laptops, all-in-one PCs, or other systems where space is a constraint. The 9.5mm slim form factor is a key feature, allowing it to fit seamlessly into the tight internal spaces of most portable computers. Despite its compact size, the drive offers comprehensive support for various DVD and CD formats, including dual-layer DVD media. This dual-layer capability is crucial for users who need to store large amounts of data, such as full-length movies or extensive software suites, on a single disc. Equipped with buffer underrun protection, the HP 481431-001 minimizes the risk of failed burns, ensuring data integrity and reliability. Its plug-and-play functionality simplifies installation, allowing users to quickly integrate it into their systems and begin using it without complex configuration. This drive is a dependable solution for multimedia playback, data backup, and software installation.
Condition: Refurbished
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