Name: ND-3450A NEC 16x IDE DVD+/-RW Optical Drive Black
Brand: NEC
SKU: ND-3450A
Price: 410.33 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The ND-3450A NEC DVD+/-RW drive reads and writes DVDs and CDs using an IDE interface, making it a solid choice for older desktop computers. It handles various disc formats at up to 16x speed, fitting into systems where SATA drives are not supported, and offering a practical solution for everyday optical media tasks.

General Information
Brand	NEC
Part Number	ND-3450A

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120 mm (supports 80 mm mini-discs)
Interface	IDE (PATA) / ATAPI
Data Transfer Rate	DVD: up to 16x (±R/±RW); CD: up to 48x

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 ND-3450A is an optical drive capable of reading and writing both DVDs and CDs with a maximum speed of 16x. It's commonly used in desktop PCs that require reliable DVD burning and playback features. Built for users who need to archive data, watch DVDs, or create media discs, this drive fits well in systems with an IDE interface. Key Features Supports multiple disc formats including DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, CD-R, and CD-RW 16x writing speed ensures efficient disc burning sessions IDE connection works with a wide range of older computer motherboards Black front panel suits a variety of PC case designs Reliable mechanical build for everyday use This drive is typically found in older desktop setups where SATA connections are not available, providing a straightforward way to handle optical media. It serves well in home, office, or small business environments where DVD reading and writing tasks are common. Users benefit from its compatibility and ease of installation, especially when needing to access or archive data stored on discs.

Use Cases
The ND-3450A NEC 16x IDE DVD+/-RW drive is commonly deployed in legacy desktop environments where SATA support is absent, enabling continued use of optical media for data transfer, archival, and software deployment. IT departments managing older hardware fleets benefit from its compatibility and robust format support, facilitating maintenance and system recovery tasks. How It's Used: IT service teams in SMBs utilize the drive to install operating systems and software on legacy workstations lacking modern interfaces. Archival specialists use the drive in environments requiring long-term storage and retrieval from DVD media for compliance or documentation purposes. Industrial and manufacturing settings employ the drive for firmware updates and diagnostics on equipment that depends on IDE interfaces. Educational institutions maintain older computer labs where the drive supports multimedia playback and content distribution via DVD and CD media. Remote or field offices leverage the drive to exchange data securely without relying on network connections, beneficial in low-bandwidth scenarios. This optical drive supports operational continuity by bridging older system architectures with current data handling needs, ensuring that legacy systems remain functional without extensive hardware upgrades. Its integration into various environments preserves scalability by enabling incremental modernization strategies rather than wholesale infrastructure replacement.

ND-3450A NEC 16x IDE DVD+/-RW Optical Drive Black

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