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Lite-On SOHC-5232K-RET-B SOHC-5232K 52/16 CD/DVD Combo Drive
- Internal CD/DVD Combo Drive
- Reads CD-ROM and DVD-ROM media
- 52x CD read speed
- 16x DVD read speed
- IDE/ATAPI interface
- Designed for internal installation
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Product Overview
The Lite-On SOHC-5232K-RET-B is a versatile internal CD/DVD combo drive capable of reading both CD and DVD formats. It offers a 52x speed for CD reading and 16x speed for DVD reading, making it suitable for a range of optical media tasks.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | CD/DVD Combo Drive |
| Interface | IDE/ATAPI |
| CD Read Speed | 52x |
Additional Specifications
| DVD Read Speed | 16x |
| Form Factor | Internal |
Product Description
The Lite-On SOHC-5232K-RET-B is an internal optical drive that combines the functionality of both a CD-ROM and a DVD-ROM drive into a single unit. This combo drive allows users to read data from a wide array of optical media, including standard CDs and DVDs. It connects to the computer's motherboard via the IDE (also known as ATAPI or EIDE) interface, a common standard for optical drives in many PC builds. With a maximum read speed of 52x for CD media, this drive ensures rapid access to music, data, or software distributed on CDs. For DVD media, it provides a respectable 16x read speed, facilitating quicker loading of larger files, applications, or movie playback. This dual-speed capability makes it a practical choice for general-purpose computing where access to both formats is required. Designed for internal installation within a standard 5.25-inch drive bay, the SOHC-5232K-RET-B is a reliable component for desktop computers. It is specifically a read-only device for both CD and DVD formats, meaning it cannot be used to burn or write data onto blank discs. Its primary function is to access and read content from commercially produced or previously recorded optical media.
