LITE-ON SOHR-5239S CD-RW Drive - CD-RW - IDC EIDE/ATAPI - Internal

Description

The LITE-ON SOHR-5239S-32C, identified by its SKU, is an internal optical drive specifically designed for CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) operations. This means it is capable of not only writing data to CD-R discs but also erasing and rewriting data on CD-RW media, offering flexibility for users who need to update or reuse their optical discs. The drive connects to the computer's motherboard via the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) or ATAPI (Advanced Technology Attachment Packet Interface) connection, which was the standard for internal drives during the late 1990s and early 2000s. This drive is intended for installation within a standard 5.25-inch bay found in most desktop computer cases. Its primary function is to provide reliable CD burning and rewriting capabilities, making it suitable for tasks such as creating custom music CDs, backing up important data, or distributing software. While the title does not specify the exact read/write speeds, models in the SOHR-5239S series typically offered competitive performance for their time, often featuring high CD read speeds (e.g., 52x) and robust CD-RW write and rewrite speeds. The '-32C' suffix in the SKU likely denotes a specific manufacturing revision, firmware version, or a particular bundle or region code for this particular unit. This ensures that the drive meets specific design or compatibility requirements. The LITE-ON SOHR-5239S-32C serves as a functional component for systems requiring dedicated CD-RW functionality through an IDE/ATAPI interface.

Condition: Refurbished