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Slim black internal DVD writer tray with SATA connector

HP

HP DVD burner SATA 0.5

SKU CH-SPF8-Q8MD0

An internal DVD writer with a SATA interface that supports DVD-RAM, ±R and ±RW media including double-layer discs, supplied in a 0.5-inch high black bezel

  • Interface typeSATA
  • Panel colorBlack
  • Writes DVD-RAM, +R and +RW discs for versatile media support
  • Double-layer recording fits more data on each disc
  • Half-height 0.5" form factor fits slim drive bays
  • SATA interface connects directly to standard motherboard ports
  • Internal tray-load design installs cleanly in desktop chassis

HP DVD Writer SATA 0.5

This internal DVD writer fits a standard 0.5-inch bay and connects through a SATA interface. It is aimed at system builders and users who still need to read or write optical discs on a desktop PC.

Double-layer DVD-RAM support

The drive writes to DVD-RAM, DVD±R and DVD±RW media including double-layer discs. This extends the maximum capacity per disc and allows drag-and-drop packet writing on rewritable formats.

SATA interface limits

SATA provides a fixed maximum throughput that caps sustained read and write speeds. The mechanical nature of optical media also means random access latency remains higher than solid-state storage.

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Price $20.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE-IMSourcing
Panel colorBlack
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA

Questions about this item

Does the 0.5 inch internal DVD±RW drive need any periodic maintenance such as lens cleaning or firmware updates?

The tray-load mechanism has no user-serviceable parts; occasional lens cleaning with a standard optical disc cleaner is the only upkeep typically required.

What speed limit appears first during a long multi-disc DVD±R double-layer burn session?

The SATA interface and 16× DVD write rating set the ceiling; sustained throughput will not exceed the drive’s rated 16× DVD±R speed.

How much noise and heat does the black 0.5" SATA DVD writer produce when running continuously?

Acoustic output stays at typical slimline optical-drive levels and heat remains low enough that no extra cooling is needed in a standard chassis.

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