Name: 41N3329 IBM 16x DVD-ROM IDE Optical Drive 5.25-inch Desktop PC
Brand: IBM
SKU: 41N3329
Price: 196.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 16x DVD-ROM IDE Optical Drive reads DVDs and CDs using the IDE interface common in many desktop PCs from the early 2000s. It offers solid performance for accessing data or multimedia content and fits standard drive bays, making it a practical choice for systems that rely on optical media without newer connection standards.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	41N3329

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm), 80 mm (8 cm)
Interface	IDE (PATA/ATAPI), ATAPI, PATA
Data Transfer Rate	DVD-ROM 16x (~22.1 MB/s), CD-ROM 48x (~7.2 MB/s)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	41.3 mm x 146 mm x 170 mm
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 IBM 16x DVD-ROM IDE Optical Drive is built for reading DVDs and CDs at up to 16 times the standard speed, allowing quick access to data or multimedia. Often found in desktop computers, it supports various disc formats making it a versatile choice for media playback or software installation. Designed for users who need dependable optical drives compatible with IDE interfaces, it's common in office setups or home PCs that still rely on this connection standard. Its ability to read large amounts of data from DVDs makes it suitable for archival purposes or accessing multimedia collections. Key Features Reads DVD-ROM and CD formats efficiently Compatible with IDE interface on legacy systems Supports 16x maximum read speeds Standard size fits easily into most desktop drive bays Reliable for everyday media and data access tasks This drive is typically installed in older computers where IDE connections are still in use, making it a straightforward solution when DVD reading capabilities are needed. Its robust design helps ensure consistent performance even with frequent use, serving well in environments where optical media is still part of the workflow.

Use Cases
The IBM 16x DVD-ROM IDE Optical Drive is commonly utilized in legacy IT environments where maintaining compatibility with older hardware is essential. It serves organizations and professionals who require reliable access to optical media for data retrieval, software installation, or archival purposes in systems without modern interfaces. How It's Used: Supporting legacy desktop systems in manufacturing facilities that depend on optical media for application deployment. Providing media access in government offices where older document archives are stored on DVDs and CDs. Serving SMB IT departments needing dependable optical drives for software installation on older client machines. Maintaining archival servers in research institutions that store large datasets on DVD-ROMs for long-term preservation. Enabling repair and refurbishment centers to test and update legacy hardware using original installation discs. This optical drive supports operational efficiency by ensuring continued access to essential media in environments constrained to IDE interfaces. Its compatibility aids in extending the lifecycle of legacy systems while providing consistent performance for critical optical data tasks.

41N3329 IBM 16x DVD-ROM IDE Optical Drive 5.25-inch Desktop PC

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