Name: 43W4656 IBM DVD+R/RW SATA Dual Layer UltraBay Slim 12.7mm Optical Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 43W4656
Price: 65.09 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 43W4656 DVD+R/RW SATA Dual Layer UltraBay Slim 12.7mm Optical Drive is designed to provide reliable optical disc reading and writing capabilities for laptops and slim systems. It fits into an UltraBay slot and supports dual-layer DVDs, making it suitable for users needing a compact yet versatile drive for data storage and media playback.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	43W4656

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120mm (12 cm)
Interface	SATA, Slimline SATA, UltraBay
Data Transfer Rate	1.5 Gbit/s (SATA I)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	12.7mm 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 43W4656 IBM optical drive reads and writes DVD+R and DVD+RW discs, including dual-layer formats that nearly double the storage capacity compared to single-layer DVDs. It is commonly used in laptops and thin systems thanks to its slim 12.7mm UltraBay design, allowing easy installation or replacement without adding bulk. Built for professionals and users needing reliable optical media handling, it supports standard DVD and CD formats for data backup, media playback, and software installations. The SATA connection provides stable data transfer speeds suitable for everyday tasks. Key Features Compatible with both DVD+R and DVD+RW discs, including dual-layer media UltraBay slim 12.7mm design fits most laptop bays SATA interface for seamless connection and fast data throughput Supports write speeds that balance efficiency and media longevity Handles various optical formats for versatile use in media and data tasks This drive is typically found in business laptops or workstations that require optical media support without sacrificing portability. It plays a key role in environments where physical media remains essential for data transfer, legacy software, or archival storage.

Use Cases
The IBM 43W4656 DVD+R/RW SATA Dual Layer UltraBay Slim 12.7mm Optical Drive is primarily utilized in mobile computing environments where maintaining a compact system profile is critical. It serves enterprise users and IT professionals requiring reliable optical media handling within laptops or UltraBay-compatible workstations, particularly in field service or remote office scenarios. How It's Used: IT technicians deploying system recovery or software installation discs on business laptops at remote sites. Enterprise users archiving large data sets or multimedia content onto dual-layer DVDs to maximize storage within portable devices. Field engineers conducting media playback and data transfers for diagnostics in edge computing facilities. Small and midsize businesses integrating legacy optical media workflows into modern laptop configurations. Corporate training departments distributing recorded sessions and materials on writable DVDs for offline access. This optical drive supports operational continuity by enabling data transfer and media access without adding bulk to slim systems. Its compatibility with UltraBay slots simplifies hardware maintenance and scalability in distributed computing environments where optical media remains relevant.

43W4656 IBM DVD+R/RW SATA Dual Layer UltraBay Slim 12.7mm Optical Drive

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General Information

Technical Information

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Miscellaneous

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