HP GA315AV 48x CD/DVD Combo Drive Combo Drive CD-RW/DVD-ROM

SKU GA315AV

Brand HP

Internal CD/DVD Combo Drive
Reads DVD-ROM discs
Reads and writes CD-R/RW discs
48x CD write speed
16x DVD read speed
IDE/ATAPI interface
Standard 5.25-inch internal form factor
HP branded component

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: Internal CD/DVD Combo Drive
Interface: IDE/ATAPI
Max Write Speed (CD-R): 48x
Max Write Speed (CD-RW): 24x
Max Read Speed (DVD-ROM): 16x
Max Read Speed (CD-ROM): 48x

Product details

The HP GA315AV is an internal CD/DVD combo drive that reads DVDs and reads/writes CDs. It offers a 48x CD write speed and 16x DVD read speed, making it suitable for basic optical media tasks such as software installation, media playback, and CD burning. This drive uses an IDE interface and is designed for internal installation in desktop PCs.

Technical Information

Drive Type	Internal CD/DVD Combo Drive
Interface	IDE/ATAPI
Max Write Speed (CD-R)	48x
Max Write Speed (CD-RW)	24x

Additional Specifications

Max Read Speed (DVD-ROM)	16x
Max Read Speed (CD-ROM)	48x
Form Factor	5.25-inch Internal

Description

The HP GA315AV is an internal optical drive that functions as a CD/DVD combo unit. Its primary capabilities include reading data from DVD-ROM discs, which is essential for installing software, watching DVD movies, or accessing data distributed on DVDs. Additionally, it offers full CD functionality, allowing users to read and write to CD-R discs (for permanent data storage) and CD-RW discs (for rewritable media). This makes it a versatile component for everyday computing tasks involving optical media. With a maximum CD write speed of 48x, users can quickly burn music or data onto CD-R discs. The drive also supports CD-RW rewriting at speeds up to 24x, providing flexibility for temporary storage or frequent updates. For DVD media, it provides a standard 16x read speed, ensuring efficient access to DVD content. The drive utilizes an IDE/ATAPI interface, which was a prevalent connection standard for optical drives in many desktop PCs, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of motherboards. Designed to fit into a standard 5.25-inch internal drive bay, the HP GA315AV is a straightforward replacement or addition for desktop computers. It fulfills the basic needs for optical media interaction, such as loading operating systems, installing applications, or enjoying multimedia content from CDs and DVDs. As an HP-branded component, it is often found in HP desktop systems, ensuring a level of integration and compatibility within that ecosystem.

Condition: Refurbished