Name: 191160-001 Compaq 40x Speed IDE CD-ROM Drive for Presario 7000/7400
Brand: Compaq
SKU: 191160-001
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Compaq 40x Speed CD-ROM Drive is a dedicated optical drive for Presario 7000 and 7400 models, offering faster reading speeds and broad media compatibility. It fits neatly into existing desktop bays and uses a standard IDE interface, making it a straightforward upgrade for older systems that rely on CD media.

General Information
Brand	Compaq
Part Number	191160-001

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm)
Interface	IDE (ATAPI / PATA)
Data Transfer Rate	40x (≈6 MB/s / 6000 KB/s)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	41.3 x 146 x 170 mm (H x W x D)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
This Compaq 40x Speed CD-ROM Drive is designed to provide reliable and efficient optical disc reading for older desktop systems. It's commonly used in the Compaq Presario 7000 and 7400 series, delivering quicker access to multimedia and data files compared to standard drives. Built for users upgrading or maintaining their vintage computers, it offers compatibility and improved performance without complicated setups. Typically found in home or office environments where these specific Presario models are in use. Key Features High-speed 40x read capability reduces wait times for loading CDs Compatible with standard 5.25-inch drive bays common in legacy desktops IDE interface ensures easy connection to existing motherboard ports Supports widespread CD formats for versatile media use Durable design suitable for extended use in older systems Often deployed in legacy desktop setups, this drive helps users access software, music, and data stored on CDs with minimal fuss. It plays a key role in restoring or maintaining older computing hardware where modern alternatives may not fit or function correctly.

Use Cases
The Compaq 40x Speed CD-ROM Drive is primarily utilized in legacy IT setups where optical media remains critical for software installation, data retrieval, or archival access. It is best suited for IT environments maintaining older Compaq Presario 7000 and 7400 series desktops that require reliable and rapid CD-ROM functionality. How It's Used: IT departments in educational institutions using Presario desktops for legacy software distribution via CDs. Small business environments requiring archival data access on older CD-based backups. Technical support teams maintaining vintage hardware setups for compatibility testing and software validation. Remote offices with limited network resources relying on physical media for updates and installations. Media production units needing to retrieve and transfer data stored on CD-ROM archives efficiently. This drive enhances operational efficiency by ensuring legacy systems can access CD media swiftly without network dependency. It supports workflows where physical data transfer remains necessary, allowing sustained use of aging hardware within specialized IT environments.

191160-001 Compaq 40x Speed IDE CD-ROM Drive for Presario 7000/7400

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General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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