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Silver 5.25 inch internal CD-RW drive with IDE interface

KHypermedia

KHypermedia 52x CD-RW Drive

SKU CH-G74Y-F2J2Z

Internal 5.25-inch IDE CD-RW drive writes CD-R at 52x and rewrites at 24x

  • Interface typeIDE
  • CD-R write speed52X
  • CD-RW rewrite speed24X
  • CD-ROM speed52X
  • Package typesRetail
  • Writes CD-R discs at 52x maximum speed
  • Rewrites CD-RW media at 24x maximum speed
  • Reads CDs at up to 52x maximum speed
  • Fits standard 5.25" internal drive bays
  • Connects via IDE interface for compatibility

Internal 5.25" IDE CD Writer

This KHypermedia drive is an internal CD writer that fits a standard 5.25-inch bay and connects through an IDE interface. It writes CD-R media at 52x and rewrites CD-RW media at 24x, while reading CDs at up to 52x. The retail package contains a single unit ready for installation.

Suits legacy desktop repairs; not for DVD or Blu-ray

Builders restoring older systems with an available IDE header and a 5.25-inch bay will find the correct write and read speeds for CD media. The drive does not write or read DVD or Blu-ray discs, so anyone needing those formats must look elsewhere. It also cannot be installed in slim or slot-loading bays.

IDE interface decides compatibility

The drive uses an IDE connection, so the motherboard or controller card must provide a matching IDE port. Without that interface the unit cannot communicate with the system, making the IDE requirement the single specification that determines whether this is the right part.

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Price $23.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKhypermedia
Storage
CD-R write speed52X
CD-RW rewrite speed24X
CD-ROM speed52X
Ports & slots
Interface typeIDE
In the box
Package typesRetail

Questions about this item

Will this 52x CD-RW drive fit in the same 5.25 inch bay as my old IDE optical drive?

Yes, it uses a standard 5.25 inch form factor and an IDE interface so it can replace an older IDE optical drive in the same bay.

How can I confirm the drive is writing at its rated 52x speed after installation?

Burning software will show the selected write speed; a successful 52x CD-R burn will complete noticeably faster than lower speeds.

Does the retail package include an IDE cable and mounting screws, or must I buy them separately?

The retail box contains the drive only; an IDE cable and 5.25 inch mounting screws are not included and must be sourced separately.

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