Name: 391946-001 HP 16x DVD-ROM 48x CD-ROM IDE 5.25-inch Optical Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: 391946-001
Price: 549.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 16x / 48x IDE DVD-ROM 5.25-inch Optical Drive reads DVDs and CDs through a standard IDE connection, supporting older desktop systems that need optical media access. It's tailored for setups where a reliable 5.25-inch drive fits into desktop cases, providing solid performance for everyday DVD and CD reading tasks without modern interface requirements.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	391946-001

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm), 80 mm (8 cm)
Interface	IDE (ATAPI / PATA, 40-pin)
Data Transfer Rate	DVD-ROM 16x (~22.16 MB/s), CD-ROM 48x (~7.2 MB/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 HP 16x/48x IDE DVD-ROM drive reads DVDs at 16 times the standard speed and CDs at 48 times, offering fast access to optical media. It connects through a traditional IDE interface, making it suitable for older desktop systems or setups that require backward compatibility with IDE devices. Often found in desktop PCs used for software installation, media playback, or data extraction from discs, this drive is built for users who need a dependable optical solution without modern SATA requirements. It’s a practical choice for IT technicians and individuals working with legacy hardware. Key Features Reads DVDs at consistent 16x speed for efficient media access Handles CD-ROMs up to 48x for quick data retrieval Uses IDE connection, compatible with many older desktops Standard 5.25-inch form factor fits most desktop bays Reliable for software installations and multimedia playback This drive typically appears in office or home desktop setups that still rely on optical discs. Its straightforward design and dependable performance make it a common choice for environments where DVD and CD reading remains necessary. It offers a straightforward way to access legacy media without requiring newer interface standards.

Use Cases
The HP 16x / 48x IDE DVD-ROM 5.25-inch Optical Drive is commonly deployed in legacy desktop environments and industrial workstations where optical media remains essential. It serves organizations maintaining older hardware infrastructures or specialized applications requiring DVD and CD access without transitioning to newer interface standards. How It's Used: Supporting archival retrieval in enterprise IT departments managing legacy data stored on optical discs. Equipping manufacturing and engineering workstations where installation media and software updates are distributed via DVD or CD. Facilitating software deployment in SMB offices relying on traditional optical media due to limited network bandwidth. Providing media playback capabilities in educational computer labs running older desktop systems. Enabling recovery and diagnostic operations in remote field offices with constrained hardware upgrade options. This optical drive ensures continued operational functionality in environments where IDE interfaces and 5.25-inch bays persist. By supporting reliable media access without requiring modern hardware changes, it helps maintain workflow consistency and minimizes system downtime.

391946-001 HP 16x DVD-ROM 48x CD-ROM IDE 5.25-inch Optical Drive

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General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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