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Lite-On Internal DVD-Writer - IDE Ultra ATA/33 (ATA-4) - 5.25-inch
- Internal DVD-Writer drive
- Ultra ATA/33 (ATA-4) interface
- Supports reading and writing to DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, DVD-RAM
- Supports reading and writing to CD-R, CD-RW
- Internal 5.25-inch form factor
- Designed for data backup, software installation, and media creation
- Requires IDE controller and power connectors
- Provides compatibility with older PC systems
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Product Overview
The Lite-On LH18A1P186 is an internal DVD-Writer drive that utilizes the Ultra ATA/33 (ATA-4) interface. It is designed for reading and writing to various DVD and CD formats, offering a reliable solution for optical media tasks within systems supporting IDE connections.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DVD-Writer |
| Interface | IDE Ultra ATA/33 (ATA-4) |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch Internal |
| Max Write Speed (DVD+R) | 18x |
| Max Write Speed (DVD-R) | 16x |
| Max Write Speed (DVD+RW) | 8x |
Additional Specifications
| Max Write Speed (DVD-RW) | 6x |
| Max Write Speed (DVD-RAM) | 5x |
| Max Write Speed (CD-R) | 48x |
| Max Write Speed (CD-RW) | 32x |
| Supported Media | DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM |
Product Description
The Lite-On LH18A1P186 is an internal DVD-Writer drive specifically designed to interface with systems utilizing the Ultra ATA/33 (ATA-4) standard. This IDE interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of desktop computers, particularly those manufactured before the widespread adoption of SATA. The drive offers comprehensive functionality for both reading and writing to various optical media formats, making it a versatile tool for data management and multimedia tasks. This DVD-Writer supports high-speed recording, with capabilities such as 18x write speed for DVD+R and 16x for DVD-R discs. It also handles rewritable formats like DVD+RW and DVD-RW, as well as DVD-RAM, providing flexibility for users who need to erase and rewrite data multiple times. Furthermore, it offers robust CD writing speeds, up to 48x for CD-R and 32x for CD-RW, ensuring efficient burning of CDs for music, data, or software distribution. As an internal 5.25-inch drive, the LH18A1P186 fits standard drive bays in desktop computer cases. It requires connection to an IDE controller on the motherboard and a standard 4-pin Molex power connector. The Lite-On LH18A1P186 is a reliable choice for users looking to add or replace an optical drive in a system that relies on the IDE interface, providing essential DVD and CD burning and reading capabilities.
