Name: 42T2545 Lenovo ThinkPad Ultrabay Slim 9.5mm DVD Burner Drive
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 42T2545
Price: 249.42 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo ThinkPad DVD Burner Ultrabay Slim 9.5mm Drive is a slim optical drive designed to fit into compatible ThinkPad Ultrabay slots. It enables reading and writing of various DVD and CD formats, making it a practical choice for users needing on-the-go disc access without adding bulk to their laptops.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	42T2545

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120mm,80mm
Interface	Slimline SATA (SATA)
Data Transfer Rate	DVD±R 8x,DVD+R DL 4x,CD-R 24x,DVD-ROM 8x,CD-ROM 24x

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	9.5mm x 128mm x 129mm
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 Lenovo ThinkPad DVD Burner Ultrabay Slim 9.5mm Drive allows users to read and write DVDs and CDs with reliable performance. It's built for ThinkPad laptops featuring an Ultrabay slot, offering a convenient way to add optical media capabilities or replace existing drives. Often found in business and academic settings, this drive suits professionals and students who need to access or create disc-based media on the go. Its slim profile fits neatly without adding significant weight or size to the laptop. Key Features Compatible with multiple DVD and CD media types for versatile use Designed to fit Ultrabay 9.5mm slots in select Lenovo ThinkPads Provides straightforward installation and removal for flexible media access Supports standard DVD burning speeds for timely disc creation Ensures reliable data reading and writing with Lenovo’s quality standards This drive is typically deployed in Lenovo laptops where optical media remains necessary, such as presentations, legacy software access, or archival purposes. It helps maintain functionality without compromising portability, fitting seamlessly into day-to-day workflows.

Use Cases
The 42T2545 Lenovo ThinkPad Ultrabay Slim 9.5mm DVD Burner Drive is primarily utilized in professional environments where legacy media access remains essential. It is well-suited for IT administrators, field engineers, and remote office staff who require reliable optical media reading and writing capabilities without compromising laptop portability. How It's Used: IT departments in enterprises use it for deploying software updates or drivers via DVD in secured or isolated networks. Field service technicians leverage the slim optical drive to install diagnostic tools or firmware updates on-site without network dependency. Remote office workers utilize the drive for accessing archived data stored on DVDs, maintaining continuity with physical media workflows. Corporate training facilities employ it to distribute multimedia instructional content on DVD to trainee laptops during sessions. Legal and compliance teams access and archive sensitive documents stored on optical discs for secure record-keeping. This optical drive supports operational efficiency by enabling direct media access in environments where network transfers are impractical or restricted. Its slim form factor ensures minimal impact on device portability while maintaining compatibility with critical legacy workflows.

42T2545 Lenovo ThinkPad Ultrabay Slim 9.5mm DVD Burner Drive

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General Information

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