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HP 513197-800 Optical 8X SATA DVD RW 16X Slimline (Nonls) for
- Type: DVD-RW Drive
- Interface: SATA
- Form Factor: Slimline (12.7mm)
- Read Speed: 16X DVD-ROM
- Write Speed: 8X DVD-R, 8X DVD+R
- Rewrite Speed: 6X DVD-RW, 8X DVD+RW
- Dual Layer Support: Yes (DVD+/-R DL)
- Tray Load Mechanism
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- DVD-RW
- Interface
- SATA
- Form Factor
- Slimline 12.7mm
- Max Read Speed
- 16x (DVD-ROM)
- Max Write Speed
- 8x (DVD+/-R)
- Max Rewrite Speed
- 6x (DVD-RW)
Product details
The HP 513197-800 is a slimline optical drive that reads and writes to DVD media. It features an 8X SATA DVD-RW speed for writing and a 16X speed for reading, making it suitable for data backup, software installation, and media playback.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DVD-RW |
| Interface | SATA |
| Form Factor | Slimline 12.7mm |
| Max Read Speed | 16x (DVD-ROM) |
Additional Specifications
| Max Write Speed | 8x (DVD+/-R) |
| Max Rewrite Speed | 6x (DVD-RW) |
| Supported Media | DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW |
Description
The HP 513197-800 is a versatile optical drive designed for laptops and compact systems requiring a slimline form factor. This drive supports a wide range of DVD and CD media formats, including DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and dual-layer DVD+R DL discs. Its 8X write speed for DVD+/-R media allows for relatively quick burning of data, while the 16X read speed ensures efficient retrieval of information from discs. Equipped with a SATA interface, this drive offers a stable and high-speed connection to the host system, ensuring reliable performance during read and write operations. The slimline 12.7mm height makes it an ideal replacement or upgrade for optical drives in many HP laptops and other compatible portable computers. The tray-load mechanism provides a familiar and user-friendly way to insert and eject optical media. This drive is suitable for various applications, including backing up important files, installing software and operating systems, watching DVD movies, and creating custom music or data CDs. Its compatibility with dual-layer DVDs further enhances its utility by allowing for larger storage capacities on a single disc, up to 8.5GB, compared to standard single-layer DVDs.
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