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Silver rectangular optical drive with front tray and IDE connector

DELL

DELL F4083 48X 32X 48X 16X IDE Internal CDRW DVDROM Combo Drive

SKU CH-6PK3-VC86D

An IDE internal combo drive reads CDs at 48×, writes CD-R at 32×, rewrites CD-RW at 48× and reads DVDs at 16×

  • 48X CD-R write speed for fast disc creation
  • 32X CD-RW rewrite speed for flexible data storage
  • 48X CD-ROM read speed for quick data access
  • 16X DVD-ROM read speed for movie playback

Dell F4083 IDE Combo Drive

The Dell F4083 is an internal optical drive that reads and writes CDs while reading DVDs over a 40-pin IDE interface. It delivers 48X CD read, 32X CD write, 48X CD rewrite and 16X DVD read speeds in a unit weighing 5.1 with 1 by 1 by 1 dimensions. New condition ensures full operational life from installation.

Suits legacy IDE systems needing CD-RW and DVD-ROM

This drive fits servers or workstations that still use a 40-pin IDE connection and require combined CD writing with DVD reading. It is not for systems that lack an internal IDE header or that need DVD writing capability. Buyers wanting Blu-ray support or faster DVD write speeds should consider other options.

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Price $60.99
Cheaper than about 83% of the 3,798 comparable items (median $131.99).

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Brand nameDELL

Questions about this item

How often should the laser pickup be replaced on the F4083 combo drive?

The laser pickup has no published service interval; it typically lasts the drive's operational life unless read errors increase.

What speed bottleneck appears first during a long 48X CD-R burn session?

The 48X write speed is the maximum sustained rate; the IDE interface and buffer management set the practical throughput ceiling.

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