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IBM 26K5423 24 x CD ROM Slim Optical Drive for xSeries
- Type: CD-ROM Optical Drive
- Speed: 24x Maximum Read Speed
- Form Factor: Slimline (Internal)
- Compatibility: IBM xSeries Servers
- Interface: IDE/ATAPI
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Part Number: 26K5423
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- CD-ROM
- Read Speed
- 24x
- Form Factor
- Slimline
- Compatibility
- IBM xSeries Servers
- Interface
- IDE/ATAPI
- Manufacturer
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 26K5423 is a 24x CD-ROM optical drive designed for IBM xSeries servers. This slimline drive provides efficient read access to CD-ROM media, suitable for software installation and data retrieval in server environments.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD-ROM |
| Read Speed | 24x |
| Form Factor | Slimline |
| Compatibility | IBM xSeries Servers |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | IDE/ATAPI |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Part Number | 26K5423 |
Description
The IBM 26K5423 is a slimline internal CD-ROM drive specifically designed for deployment within IBM's xSeries server line. This drive offers a reliable and efficient method for reading data from standard CD-ROM media, which was commonly used for operating system installations, driver updates, and software distribution in server environments during its production era. With a maximum read speed of 24x, the 26K5423 provides adequate performance for accessing optical media without becoming a bottleneck for typical server setup and maintenance tasks. Its slimline form factor is crucial for integration into the often space-constrained chassis of rack-mount or blade servers within the xSeries family. The drive utilizes the IDE/ATAPI interface, a standard connection method for optical drives that ensures compatibility with the server's motherboard. The IBM 26K5423 serves as a fundamental component for system administrators needing to manage software and data via optical discs on their IBM xSeries infrastructure.
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