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Silver rectangular internal CD-ROM drive with black front bezel and tray

DELL

DELL F3053 48X IDE Internal CD-ROM Drive

SKU CH-SWTY-84Y4E

A 48× speed internal CD-ROM drive with an IDE interface for desktop installation

  • Product colorMulticolor
  • 48X maximum read speed for fast CD access
  • IDE/EIDE interface for simple internal installation
  • 1 weight units keep the drive light in the chassis
  • Dell F3053 model ensures direct manufacturer compatibility

Dell F3053 48X IDE CD-ROM Drive

The Dell F3053 is an internal CD-ROM drive with a 48X maximum read speed and an IDE/EIDE interface. It fits a standard internal bay and is finished in a multicolor design. The unit weighs 5.1 units according to the manufacturer data. This drive serves systems that still rely on parallel ATA connections for optical media.

Suits legacy PCs needing IDE optical support

This drive suits owners of older desktops or industrial equipment that require an internal IDE optical drive for reading CD media. It is not suited for builds that lack an available IDE header or drive bay. Buyers who need DVD reading or writing capability should look at a different drive type.

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Price $51.99
Pricier than about 59% of the 454 comparable items (median $40.99).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product colorMulticolor

Questions about this item

Will the 48X IDE CD-ROM drive work in a system that still uses an older 40-pin IDE cable?

Yes, the drive uses the IDE/EIDE interface and is designed for a standard 40-pin connection compatible with older systems.

How can I confirm the F3053 drive is reading discs at the rated 48X speed after installation?

Insert a known-good CD-ROM and check the drive properties in Device Manager or run a disc-speed utility to verify the reported maximum read rate.

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