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IBM GCC-4242N-R4 CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo II Slim Optical Drive for ThinkPad
- Interface: Proprietary ThinkPad Slim
- Functionality: CD-RW Write, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Read
- Form Factor: Slim Optical Drive
- Designed for IBM ThinkPad laptops
- Supports DVD playback and CD burning
- Combo drive functionality
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Interface
- ThinkPad Slim
- Functionality
- CD-RW Write, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Read
- Form Factor
- Slim Optical Drive
- Brand
- IBM
- Model
- GCC-4242N-R4
Product details
The IBM GCC-4242N-R4 is a slim optical drive designed for ThinkPads, functioning as a CD-RW/DVD-ROM combo drive. It allows for reading DVDs and CDs, as well as writing to CD-RW media.
Technical Information
| Interface | ThinkPad Slim |
| Functionality | CD-RW Write, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Read |
| Form Factor | Slim Optical Drive |
Additional Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | GCC-4242N-R4 |
Description
The IBM GCC-4242N-R4 is a specialized slim optical drive engineered specifically for integration into IBM ThinkPad laptop models. This 'Combo II' drive offers the capability to read DVD-ROM discs, allowing users to watch movies or access DVD-based software and data. It also includes CD-RW writing functionality, enabling the burning of data onto rewritable CDs, and can read CD-ROMs. Its slim form factor is crucial for fitting into the compact bays designed for optical drives in portable ThinkPad computers. This drive provides essential optical media access for tasks such as software installation, data backup to CDs, and media playback. The 'R4' in the model number likely indicates a specific revision or feature set within the GCC-4242N series. As a combo drive, it consolidates the functions of a DVD reader and a CD writer into a single unit, optimizing space and complexity within the laptop. The IBM GCC-4242N-R4 serves as a functional replacement or upgrade for ThinkPad users who require optical drive capabilities.
Condition: Refurbished
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