Name: GSAH53N Hitachi DVD Rewritable IDE Optical Drive 5.25-inch Desktop
Brand: Hitachi
SKU: GSAH53N
Price: 222.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The GSAH53N Hitachi DVD Rewritable IDE Optical Drive reads and writes data to DVDs and CDs, fitting into a standard desktop computer’s IDE slot. It serves as a practical solution for users who still rely on physical media for storage or playback, especially in environments where optical discs remain relevant.

General Information
Brand	Hitachi

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	12 cm (120 mm), 8 cm (80 mm) (mini)
Interface	IDE (ATAPI/PATA)
Data Transfer Rate	DVD±R up to 16x; DVD±RW up to 4x; DVD-ROM up to 16x; CD-R up to 48x; CD-RW up to 24x; CD-ROM up to 40x

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	41.3 mm x 146 mm 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 GSAH53N Hitachi DVD Rewritable IDE Optical Drive is built for reading and writing various optical discs including DVDs and CDs. It’s commonly found in desktop computers where users need to burn discs for data storage or play media content. Often used by home users and professionals who require physical media for backups, software installations, or multimedia playback, this drive supports standard IDE connections making it suitable for older PC models. Key Features Writes and rewrites DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and CD-RW discs Supports multi-format DVD reading for versatility Compatible with IDE/ATA interfaces for easy integration Standard 5.25-inch size fits most desktop bays Includes reliable laser technology for consistent performance This drive typically appears in personal or office desktop setups where optical media is still used for archiving data or distributing software. Its straightforward design ensures dependable operation without complex setup.

Use Cases
The GSAH53N Hitachi DVD Rewritable IDE Optical Drive is primarily utilized in legacy desktop environments where reliable optical media access is necessary. IT departments managing older workstations or systems in industries such as manufacturing, education, or government can benefit from its compatibility and straightforward integration with IDE interfaces. How It's Used: Archiving critical documents in manufacturing plants requiring physical backups in controlled environments. Enabling software installation and updates on legacy systems within enterprise IT departments. Supporting media playback and content distribution in educational computer labs with older hardware configurations. Providing data recovery options for IT service providers maintaining legacy desktop fleets. Facilitating secure offline data storage in government offices where network isolation is mandated. This optical drive supports operational continuity by ensuring access to physical media remains seamless in environments dependent on IDE-based hardware. It enables efficient management of legacy systems without requiring extensive infrastructure upgrades, thus aiding in cost-effective scalability and maintenance.

GSAH53N Hitachi DVD Rewritable IDE Optical Drive 5.25-inch Desktop

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General Information

Technical Information

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