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- In Stock: 10
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: R046F
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 1.00lb
- Dimensions: 6.90in x 6.00in x 0.60in
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Overview
The Dell DVDRW Drive - IDE (model R046F) is a reliable optical drive designed for desktop computers that use the IDE interface. This internal drive reads and writes CD, DVD and DVD-R/RW media, providing a versatile solution for data backup, software installation and multimedia playback. Its compact form factor fits easily into standard 5.25 inch drive bays, making it an ideal upgrade for legacy systems or for building a cost effective media workstation.
Key Features
- Supports CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW formats
- IDE (ATA) 44-pin connector for easy installation in older motherboards
- Fast read/write speeds up to 8x for DVD and 24x for CD
- Low power consumption with quiet operation
- Compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac OS environments
Technical Specifications
- Interface: IDE (ATA) 44-pin
- Form factor: 5.25 inch, single height
- Read speed: 24x CD, 8x DVD
- Write speed: 16x CD, 8x DVD
- Supported media: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
- Power: 12 V DC, typical 15 W during write operations
- Operating temperature: 0 to 50 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: 146 mm x 101 mm x 26 mm
Applications
The Dell DVDRW Drive - IDE is perfect for home users who need to create backup copies of important files, install operating systems or software from disc, and enjoy movies or music on DVD. It is also well suited for small offices that rely on CD/DVD media for data transfer, archival storage or legacy software deployment. Additionally, the drive can be used in educational labs and hobbyist projects where an affordable, dependable optical solution is required.