Name: DV-28E-BP4 HP 8x DVD 24x CD IDE Desktop Optical Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: DV-28E-BP4
Price: 81.21 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The DV-28E-BP4 drive reads CDs and DVDs with reliable speed and fits into standard desktop systems. It’s a straightforward optical drive for those who need steady performance when accessing disc-based media without extra features or complexity.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	DV-28E-BP4

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (12 cm), 80 mm (8 cm)
Interface	ATAPI (PATA/IDE)
Data Transfer Rate	DVD-ROM: 8x (≈11.1 MB/s), CD-ROM: 24x (≈3.6 MB/s)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	41.3 x 146 x 170 mm (H x W x D)
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 DV-28E-BP4 is a CD-ROM and DVD reader drive that offers solid performance for reading optical discs. It's built for desktop PCs needing dependable media playback and data retrieval from CDs and DVDs. This drive is commonly found in home and office environments, where users require quick access to multimedia content or software installations stored on disc. Key Features Reads DVDs at up to 8x speed and CDs at 24x speed Works with standard IDE connections for straightforward setup Compatible with various disc formats including CD-ROM, DVD-ROM Durable design suitable for frequent use Provides consistent reading performance across media types Typically deployed in personal computers, this drive serves users who still rely on physical media for entertainment, archival, or software use. It offers a balance of speed and reliability that meets everyday needs without complications.

Use Cases
The DV-28E-BP4 optical drive is primarily implemented in desktop workstations where accessing physical media archives or software installation discs remains essential. It serves environments that require dependable legacy media handling without the need for advanced burning or networking features. How It's Used: IT departments in SMBs use this drive for installing legacy software from DVDs and CDs during system setup or recovery. Media archival teams in enterprise offices utilize it to access long-term data stored on DVD and CD discs without relying on external drives. Remote branch offices with limited network bandwidth employ the drive to distribute software updates via physical media. Manufacturing or industrial control units integrate this drive into desktop machines where offline access to firmware updates on disc formats is required. Educational institutions deploy this drive in computer labs to facilitate access to course materials distributed on physical discs. By providing consistent and straightforward optical media reading capabilities, the DV-28E-BP4 supports operational workflows that depend on physical data transfer. Its compatibility with standard IDE interfaces allows easy integration into existing desktop environments, ensuring stable performance in sectors where digital media archives or offline software deployment remain relevant.

DV-28E-BP4 HP 8x DVD 24x CD IDE Desktop Optical Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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Use Cases