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Silver rectangular internal DVD writer with 5.25 inch front bezel and IDE connector

HP

HP 16x 5.25" Internal DVD-Writer IDE

SKU CH-35MY-WYH7W

Internal 5.25" DVD-writer with IDE interface writes double-layer discs at 16x speed

  • Interface typeIDE
  • Form factorInternal
  • Writes DVDs at 16x speed for fast backups
  • Supports DVD-RAM and double-layer discs for flexible storage
  • Fits standard 5.25-inch internal drive bays
  • Connects via IDE interface for broad compatibility
  • Includes LightScribe labelling for direct disc printing

HP 16x Internal DVD-Writer IDE

This HP internal DVD-writer fits a standard 5.25" drive bay and connects through an IDE interface. It writes to DVD-RAM, DVD±R and DVD±RW media, including double-layer discs, at up to 16x speed. LightScribe support allows direct disc labelling without adhesive labels. The drive is supplied new for desktop systems that retain legacy parallel ATA connections.

Suits older desktops with an available IDE header

Builders working on modern motherboards that lack IDE ports cannot use this drive without an adapter. Users who require Blu-ray read or write capability need a different optical drive. Anyone needing a slimmer form factor for a small-form-factor chassis should look elsewhere.

IDE interface determines host compatibility

The drive communicates exclusively through the parallel ATA IDE interface. A motherboard or controller card must provide a matching 40-pin connector and cable. Without that interface the drive cannot be installed or recognised by the system.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Ports & slots
Interface typeIDE
Size & build
Form factorInternal

Questions about this item

Will the 5.25" IDE drive fit and operate in an older PC that still uses a 40-pin ribbon cable?

Yes, the drive uses the standard IDE interface and mounts in any 5.25" bay, so it connects directly to a legacy 40-pin cable without adapters.

How can I confirm the 16x writer is burning DVD±RW discs at its rated speed after installation?

Watch the drive LED and burning software — both will report the active write speed, and a successful verify pass at the end confirms the disc was written correctly.

Does the box include an IDE data cable, mounting screws or LightScribe media, or must I source them separately?

The drive ships as a bare unit; you will need to provide your own IDE cable, four M3 mounting screws and LightScribe-labelled discs to use the labelling feature.

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