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43W4605 - IBM IDE CD-RW-DVD-ROM Combo Drive
- Drive Type: CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive
- Interface: IDE (PATA)
- CD Rewrite Speed: Up to 24x
- DVD Read Speed: Up to 8x
- CD Read Speed: Up to 24x
- Form Factor: 5.25-inch internal
- Designed for IBM x3250 M2
- Combines CD writing and DVD reading
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Drive Type
- CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive
- Interface
- IDE (PATA)
- CD Rewrite Speed
- 24x
- DVD Read Speed
- 8x
- Brand
- IBM
- Part Number
- 43W4605
Product details
The IBM 43W4605 is an IDE CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive designed for the IBM x3250 M2 server. It offers both CD rewriting capabilities and DVD-ROM reading functionality.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
| CD Rewrite Speed | 24x |
| DVD Read Speed | 8x |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Part Number | 43W4605 |
| Compatibility | IBM x3250 M2 |
Description
The IBM 43W4605 is a specialized internal optical drive designed for integration into the IBM x3250 M2 server. This combo drive offers dual functionality: it can rewrite CD-ROMs (CD-RW) at speeds up to 24x, and it can read DVD-ROM discs at speeds up to 8x. The older IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics), also known as PATA (Parallel ATA), interface indicates its compatibility with the specific generation of motherboards found in the x3250 M2. This drive provides essential optical media capabilities for the server, allowing for the installation of operating systems or software from DVDs, as well as the creation and rewriting of CDs for data backup or distribution. The CD-RW functionality is particularly useful for creating bootable media or for temporary data storage solutions that require rewritable media. As a component specifically listed for the IBM x3250 M2, the 43W4605 ensures a direct fit and compatibility within that server's chassis and system architecture. Its combination of CD writing and DVD reading makes it a versatile, albeit legacy, optical storage solution for specific server environments.
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