Name: 678-1451 Apple 8x 9.5mm SATA Optical Drive
Brand: Apple
SKU: 678-1451
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Apple 8x 9.5mm SATA Optical Drive is a slim internal unit designed to handle CD and DVD reading and writing tasks. It fits neatly into Apple's compatible desktops and laptops, providing straightforward access to optical media without requiring external devices.

General Information
Brand	Apple
Part Number	678-1451

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm), 80 mm (8 cm)
Interface	SATA slimline (7-pin data + 6-pin power)
Data Transfer Rate	DVD±R write: 8x, DVD-ROM read: 8x, CD-R write: 24x, CD-ROM read: 24x

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	9.5 mm x 128 mm x 129 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
This 8x 9.5mm SATA optical drive provides reliable reading and writing capabilities for CDs and DVDs. Built for internal use, it fits standard 9.5mm drive bays commonly found in Apple desktops and certain laptops. Often integrated into systems that require optical media access, it suits users who still work with discs for data storage, software installation, or media playback. IT professionals and Apple device owners benefit from its compatibility and straightforward setup. Key Features Reads and writes CD and DVD formats at 8x speed Standard SATA interface ensures easy connection to Apple machines Compact 9.5mm height works in slim desktop and laptop bays Supports multi-session recording for flexible disc use Quiet operation suitable for office and home environments Typically found inside older Apple computers or custom builds, this drive remains useful for those with legacy media needs. It allows users to access physical discs without external peripherals, keeping workflows neat and integrated.

Use Cases
The Apple 8x 9.5mm SATA Optical Drive is primarily utilized in legacy Apple desktops and laptops that require internal access to optical media. This drive suits environments where physical media remains a critical element for data transfer, software installation, or archival purposes, particularly in controlled IT settings or specialized workstations. How It's Used: In creative studios utilizing older Apple hardware for media production, enabling direct reading and writing of video and audio discs. Within IT departments managing Apple-based infrastructure that relies on optical media for system recovery and software deployment. In research institutions where archived datasets are stored on CDs or DVDs and require access via internal optical drives. For small businesses maintaining legacy Apple laptops that depend on DVDs for client presentations or software updates. In educational environments using Apple desktops to distribute course materials or multimedia content via physical discs. This optical drive supports operational continuity by providing seamless media access within Apple hardware ecosystems, reducing reliance on external peripherals and facilitating consistent performance in environments where optical data handling is necessary.

678-1451 Apple 8x 9.5mm SATA Optical Drive

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