Safe checkout
Secure payments
Fast dispatch
1–2 day handling
Free shipping
U.S. ground
Warranty & RMA
Support after delivery
IBM 33P3236 16x DVD-ROM IDE Optical Drive
- Drive Type: DVD-ROM Optical Drive
- Read Speed: 16x (DVD), 48x (CD)
- Interface: IDE (PATA)
- Form Factor: 5.25-Inch Bay
- Designed for desktop PCs and servers
- Read-only functionality
- Supports standard DVD and CD media formats
33P3236 isn't on our shelf today — we source it to order. Request a quote and we'll confirm price and lead time within one business day.
Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- DVD-ROM Optical Drive
- Max Read Speed (DVD)
- 16x
- Max Read Speed (CD)
- 48x
- Interface
- IDE (PATA)
- Form Factor
- 5.25-Inch
- Functionality
- Read-Only
Product details
The IBM 33P3236 is a 16x DVD-ROM optical drive that uses an IDE (PATA) interface. It is designed for desktop computers and servers for reading standard DVD and CD media.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DVD-ROM Optical Drive |
| Max Read Speed (DVD) | 16x |
| Max Read Speed (CD) | 48x |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| Form Factor | 5.25-Inch |
| Functionality | Read-Only |
Description
The IBM 33P3236 is an optical drive model that provides DVD-ROM read capabilities using the IDE (PATA) interface. This drive is intended for use in desktop computers and servers that feature IDE controllers, offering a way to access data stored on DVD and CD media. With a maximum DVD read speed of 16x and a CD read speed of 48x, it efficiently handles standard optical discs for software installation, media playback, and data retrieval. As a DVD-ROM drive, the 33P3236 is strictly a read-only device. It does not possess the capability to write data to blank discs. This makes it suitable for systems where the primary need is to consume content from optical media rather than create it. The drive conforms to the standard 5.25-inch form factor, ensuring compatibility with the drive bays found in most PC and server enclosures. This IBM-branded optical drive is a reliable component for systems that require access to optical media via the IDE interface. It can serve as a replacement for a malfunctioning drive or be added to a system to provide optical reading capabilities. The 33P3236 supports common DVD and CD formats, making it a functional choice for users who need to interact with optical discs.
Condition: Refurbished
Free U.S. ground shipping
Typically 1–2 days handling, 3–7 days in transit.
Purchase orders accepted
Government, enterprise, data center and small business.
Buying 10+ units?
Get volume pricing and availability for 33P3236.
