Name: CDR-1400A NEC 8x IDE CD-ROM Drive Optical Reader Desktop PC
Brand: NEC
SKU: CDR-1400A
Price: 140.72 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The CDR-1400A is a basic 8x IDE CD-ROM reader that fits into desktop systems needing standard optical drive functionality. It reads data and audio CDs using the IDE interface, making it a practical choice for older PC builds or situations where legacy support is key.

General Information
Brand	NEC
Part Number	CDR-1400A

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm, 80 mm (mini CD)
Interface	IDE (ATAPI), PATA, EIDE
Data Transfer Rate	8x (1.2 MB/s)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	41.3 x 146 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 CDR-1400A is an 8x IDE CD-ROM reader designed to provide dependable optical drive capabilities for desktop PCs. It is commonly found in older computer setups or systems requiring straightforward CD-ROM access. Built for users needing consistent data reading performance, this drive handles software installations, media playback, and data retrieval tasks with ease. It's often used by those maintaining legacy systems or environments where IDE connections remain standard. Key Features Reads CDs at 8x speed to balance performance and reliability IDE interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of motherboards Supports common CD formats including data and audio CDs Durable construction suited for regular daily use Simple installation and integration into existing setups This optical drive typically appears in office environments, educational settings, or home PCs where CD-ROM access is necessary but newer interfaces like SATA are not required. It offers a straightforward way to read discs without fuss or additional configuration.

Use Cases
The CDR-1400A IDE CD-ROM drive is predominantly utilized in legacy desktop systems requiring reliable optical media access. It serves IT environments maintaining older hardware infrastructure or sectors where software distribution via CD remains prevalent. This drive supports technicians and system administrators dealing with archival data retrieval and system recovery on desktops without modern optical interfaces. How It's Used: Upgrading or maintaining legacy desktop workstations in financial or industrial institutions with long software lifecycle requirements. Enabling software installation and data access in remote offices where network-based deployment is limited or unavailable. Supporting IT labs and testing environments that require consistent interaction with physical media for validation or legacy software testing. Assisting archival departments with reading and transferring data from older CD formats in media preservation projects. Providing a cost-effective optical drive replacement solution for small and medium-sized businesses operating legacy computing systems. This CD-ROM drive ensures operational continuity by facilitating dependable optical media reading in environments reliant on legacy systems. Its compatibility and straightforward IDE interface make it a practical component for sustaining older infrastructure without sacrificing functionality or workflow efficiency.

CDR-1400A NEC 8x IDE CD-ROM Drive Optical Reader Desktop PC

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General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

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