Name: T7N2C Dell 8x SATA CD/DVD+/-RW Optical Drive 5.25-inch Internal
Brand: Dell
SKU: T7N2C
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell 8x SATA CD/DVD+/-RW Optical Drive offers a straightforward solution for reading and writing multiple disc formats. It fits neatly into standard desktop setups and ensures users can access or create physical media when needed, especially in settings where optical drives are still part of the workflow.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	T7N2C

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	12 cm (120 mm),8 cm (80 mm)
Interface	SATA (Serial ATA)
Data Transfer Rate	8x (DVD±R write)

Physical Characteristics
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 Dell 8x SATA CD/DVD+/-RW Optical Drive provides essential reading and writing capabilities for a variety of disc types. It's commonly used in desktops and servers that require physical media access for software installation, data backup, or media playback. Built for users who need dependable optical storage options, this drive suits IT professionals, content creators, and everyday users maintaining legacy data or software. You'll often find it installed in workstations or office PCs where optical media remains necessary. Key Features Reads and writes CDs and DVDs with 8x speed performance Compatible with CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW formats Uses SATA interface for stable and efficient connectivity Fits standard 5.25-inch drive bays in desktop systems Reliable for software installation, data archiving, and media playback tasks This optical drive is typically found in environments where physical disc access is still relevant, such as corporate offices or labs needing software deployment from discs. It helps maintain compatibility with older media without requiring external devices, making it practical for legacy workflows.

Use Cases
The Dell 8x SATA CD/DVD+/-RW Optical Drive is commonly deployed in IT environments where physical media remains integral to data handling workflows. It is particularly beneficial for organizations maintaining legacy data archives, running software installations from discs, or requiring reliable optical media for compliance purposes. How It's Used: Archival departments in SMBs utilize the drive to access and create backup copies on optical discs for long-term data retention. Enterprise IT teams employ the drive to install or update software and operating systems from bootable CDs or DVDs. Remote office locations integrate the drive to support media exchange where network bandwidth limits large file transfers. Multimedia production units use the drive to distribute finalized content on physical discs for client delivery or presentation. Technical support centers leverage the optical drive for diagnostics and recovery tools stored on bootable media. By facilitating consistent reading and writing of multiple disc formats, this optical drive helps maintain operational continuity in environments still reliant on physical media. It supports integration within existing infrastructure without disrupting workflows that demand tangible data exchange or archival solutions.

T7N2C Dell 8x SATA CD/DVD+/-RW Optical Drive 5.25-inch Internal

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General Information

Technical Information

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