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Slim silver internal DVD-RW drive with tray loading slot

DELL

DELL C3164 8X IDE Internal Slim DVD-RW Drive computer accessory

SKU CH-QY6X-P3ATA

An 8X IDE slim internal DVD-RW drive for reading and writing discs in compact systems

  • 8X write speed for faster disc creation
  • IDE interface fits legacy laptop bays
  • Slim form factor suits thin chassis designs
  • New condition ensures reliable out-of-box operation

Dell C3164 8X IDE Slim DVD-RW Drive

The Dell C3164 is an 8X IDE internal slim DVD-RW drive designed for systems requiring a compact optical drive with legacy interface support. It suits users maintaining or repairing older laptops or small-form-factor desktops that use the slim form factor and IDE connectivity.

Thermals noise and power draw

The slim optical drive draws modest power from the IDE bus during read and write operations. Operational noise is typical for a tray-loading DVD writer at 8X speed. Heat output remains low inside the chassis during normal use.

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Questions about this item

How is the 8X IDE internal slim DVD-RW drive installed in a laptop bay?

Slide the drive into the slim optical bay until the IDE connector seats firmly, then secure it with the chassis screw; the step often missed is forgetting that screw, which lets the drive shift and lose connection.

What maintenance will the 8X IDE internal slim DVD-RW drive need later?

Clean the laser lens with a disc-based cleaner when reads become unreliable; the tray mechanism and laser diode are the only parts that wear out and cannot be user-serviced beyond lens cleaning.

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