Name: 19770339-03 TEAC 24x IDE CD-ROM Optical Drive 40-pin IDE Interface
Brand: TEAC
SKU: 19770339-03
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The TEAC 24x IDE CD-ROM drive offers solid CD reading performance on systems with IDE interfaces. It fits into many classic desktop PCs, providing straightforward access to CD media without modern connection setups. This drive is a practical choice for anyone working with legacy hardware or needing dependable optical disc reading in a familiar format.

General Information
Brand	TEAC
Part Number	19770339-03

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm), 80 mm (8 cm)
Interface	IDE (ATAPI/PATA)
Data Transfer Rate	24x (≈3.6 MB/s / 3600 KB/s)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	41 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
The TEAC 24x IDE CD-ROM drive reads data and audio discs at speeds up to 24 times the standard rate. It's commonly found in older or legacy desktop setups that rely on IDE interfaces for optical media access. This drive is built for users needing dependable CD reading capabilities for software installation, media playback, or file transfers. Key Features Supports 24x maximum data transfer speed for CD-ROMs Uses traditional 40-pin IDE connector ensuring compatibility with many legacy computers Reads a variety of CD formats including audio and data discs Durable design made for consistent optical reading over extended use Fits standard 5.25-inch drive bays in desktop PCs Devices like the TEAC IDE CD-ROM drive are often found in environments maintaining older computer systems or in situations where optical media access is still required. It offers a straightforward way to interact with CDs without the need for newer SATA connections or USB alternatives. This drive suits users who manage media archives, run legacy software from discs, or simply require a reliable optical drive for reading CDs in their existing hardware.

Use Cases
The TEAC 24x IDE CD-ROM drive is commonly integrated into legacy desktop environments and refurbishment projects where compatibility with older hardware is critical. IT professionals managing archival systems or specialized workstations benefit from its straightforward IDE interface, ensuring reliable access to CD-based media without requiring modern SATA or USB connections. How It's Used: Restoring or maintaining vintage desktop PCs in manufacturing or engineering labs reliant on IDE architecture. Accessing archived multimedia and data collections in institutional libraries or research facilities using legacy systems. Deploying in educational computer labs where older hardware platforms remain in use due to budget constraints. Supporting IT asset recovery operations that require consistent reading of CD media across diverse legacy workstations. Embedding in industrial control systems with embedded PCs that utilize IDE optical drives for software updates and diagnostics. This drive facilitates operational continuity in environments where legacy IDE interfaces prevail, ensuring dependable data retrieval without necessitating hardware upgrades. It helps maintain performance consistency in tasks dependent on optical media within non-modernized infrastructure.

19770339-03 TEAC 24x IDE CD-ROM Optical Drive 40-pin IDE Interface

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General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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Use Cases