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27L3436 - IBM CD-Reader - Plug-in Module - 24x - IDE
- IBM CD-ROM Reader
- Plug-in Module form factor
- 24x read speed
- IDE interface for connection
- Designed for adding optical media access
- Legacy data access solution
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Product Overview
The IBM CD-Reader is a plug-in module designed to add CD-ROM reading capabilities to compatible systems. It features a 24x read speed and connects via an IDE interface, offering a straightforward solution for accessing data from optical media.
Technical Information
| Product Type | CD-ROM Reader |
| Interface | IDE |
Additional Specifications
| Read Speed | 24x |
Product Description
The IBM CD-Reader, identified by SKU CD-Reader and title 27L3436, is an internal component designed to provide optical media reading capabilities. As a plug-in module, it integrates directly into a host system, typically via an IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface, which was a common standard for storage devices in older computer architectures. This drive offers a read speed of 24x, meaning it can read data from a CD-ROM disc at approximately 3.6 megabytes per second. While this speed is modest by today's standards, it was sufficient for accessing software, data, and multimedia content from CD-ROMs during its era. The primary function of this module is to enable users to access information stored on optical discs without requiring a full optical drive bay. The IBM CD-Reader serves as a functional component for systems that require the ability to read CD-ROMs but may lack integrated optical drives or need an additional reader. Its IDE interface ensures compatibility with motherboards that support this connection type, making it a viable option for maintaining or upgrading older computer systems.
