Name: X1612 Dell 24x IDE Slimline CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive for OptiPlex
Brand: Dell
SKU: X1612
Price: 59.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The X1612 Dell 24x IDE Slimline CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Optical Drive offers combined DVD reading and CD rewriting capabilities specifically for OptiPlex systems. It fits slimline bays and uses an IDE interface, making it a practical choice for desktops needing both media playback and disc burning without extra bulk.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	X1612

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	120mm,80mm
Interface	Slimline IDE (ATAPI),IDE
Data Transfer Rate	CD-ROM 24x (~3.6 MB/s), CD-RW 24x (write), DVD-ROM 8x (~11.08 MB/s)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	12.7mm x 128mm x 129mm (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
This X1612 combo optical drive combines a DVD-ROM reader with a CD-RW burner in a slimline IDE form factor. It’s built to fit inside Dell OptiPlex desktops, offering both media playback and recording in one device. Users who need to access DVD content or create CD backups often find this drive suited to their needs. Key Features Reads DVDs at up to 24x speed for smooth playback Burns CDs with rewrite capability, allowing data backups and audio creation Uses an IDE interface, matching the legacy connections of OptiPlex models Compact slimline size designed for space-constrained desktop cases Supports standard CD and DVD formats for versatile media use You’ll typically find this drive installed in office or home desktops where mixed media tasks are common. It’s especially useful for users who still rely on optical discs for software, media, or archival purposes. The slim profile helps maintain a clean internal layout without sacrificing functionality.

Use Cases
The X1612 Dell 24x IDE Slimline CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive is primarily utilized in enterprise desktop environments where Dell OptiPlex systems are deployed. It benefits IT departments that require reliable media access for software installation, archival, and multimedia tasks within space-constrained workstations. How It's Used: Enabling software deployment and patch management on Dell OptiPlex desktops within corporate office environments. Facilitating data archival and backup processes in SMB IT infrastructures relying on optical media storage. Supporting multimedia content playback and creation in education and training facilities equipped with Dell OptiPlex systems. Providing legacy media compatibility for remote offices where network bandwidth limitations require physical media exchange. Assisting in diagnostics and recovery operations by allowing bootable CD/DVD usage in enterprise IT support centers. This combo drive effectively maintains operational workflow by integrating both DVD reading and CD rewriting capabilities in a compact form factor. It ensures that optical media tasks do not hinder scalability or performance in Dell OptiPlex deployments across diverse organizational settings.

X1612 Dell 24x IDE Slimline CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive for OptiPlex

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