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Silver rectangular internal DVD-ROM drive with front slot and beige eject button, 5.25 inch bay size

HP

HP 268795-001 8x DVD-ROM Slimline Drive 5.25 inch

SKU CH-PJZJ-49PWV

An internal 5.25-inch DVD-ROM drive reading CDs at 24x and DVDs at 8x via IDE

  • Included itemsBare Drive
  • Loading mechanismTop Load
  • Product typeCombo Drive
  • Reads CDs at 24x for quick data access
  • Reads DVDs at 8x for reliable playback
  • Fits standard 5.25 inch drive bay for easy installation
  • IDE interface connects to legacy motherboards
  • Slimline form factor suits compact chassis builds

HP 8x DVD-ROM Slimline Drive

The HP 8x DVD-ROM Slimline Drive is an internal optical reader that fits a standard 5.25 inch drive bay. It connects through an IDE interface and is designed for business and home PCs that require DVD-ROM reading capability.

For IDE-based systems needing DVD reads

This drive suits desktop PCs with an available IDE port and a 5.25 inch bay that only need to read DVD-ROM and CD media. It is not for systems that lack an IDE connection or that require DVD writing functionality.

IDE interface determines compatibility

The drive uses an IDE interface for data transfer, so the host system must provide a matching IDE port to operate. Without that connection the drive cannot be installed or used.

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Price $112.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product typeCombo Drive
Storage
Loading mechanismTop Load
In the box
Included itemsBare Drive

Questions about this item

How do I fit the 268795-001 into a 5.25-inch bay and what step is often missed?

The drive is a slimline unit that needs a 5.25-inch adapter bracket; the step people miss is securing the bracket screws before sliding the drive in and connecting the IDE cable.

What part of this DVD-ROM will need replacement first?

The laser pickup assembly is the wear item; after many read cycles it can degrade and cause read errors on CD or DVD media.

What speed limit appears first during a long DVD read session?

The 8x maximum DVD read speed is the sustained ceiling; the drive cannot exceed it even if the disc supports a higher rate.

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