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- In Stock: 2
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 42R7969
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00
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Overview
Experience reliable, high-capacity optical storage with the IBM 4.7GB IDE Slim-Line DVD-RAM Drive (part number 42R7969). Designed for compact desktop and laptop systems, this slim-line drive delivers fast data transfer rates, robust error correction, and the flexibility of both read and write capabilities on DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, and CD-RW media. Ideal for enterprise environments, multimedia creation, and archival storage, the drive combines IBM's renowned engineering quality with a space-saving form factor.
Key Features
- 4.7 GB native DVD-RAM capacity for high-density, rewritable storage
- Supports DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-ROM formats
- IDE (PATA) interface for easy integration into legacy and modern systems
- Slim-line 12.7 mm height for notebooks and small-form-factor PCs
- Integrated buffer memory for smooth playback and rapid data access
- Advanced error-correction and sector-level verification for data integrity
- Low power consumption and quiet operation
Technical Specifications
- Interface: 40-pin IDE (PATA) with Ultra DMA mode 6 support
- Form factor: Slim-line, 12.7 mm height, 5.25-inch width
- Maximum read/write speed: 4.2 x (DVD-RAM), 8 x (DVD-R/DVD-RW), 24 x (CD)
- Buffer size: 2 MB
- Operating temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C (32 °F to 131 °F)
- Power requirements: 5 V/12 V, average consumption 8 W
- Dimensions: 146 mm x 101 mm x 12.7 mm
- Weight: Approx. 350 g
Typical Applications
- Enterprise backup and data archiving solutions
- Multimedia content creation and editing workstations
- Software distribution and deployment in IT environments
- Educational institutions needing reliable optical media handling
- Portable computing platforms where space and power efficiency are critical
- Legacy system upgrades requiring a modern, high-capacity optical drive
Upgrade your system with the IBM 4.7GB IDE Slim-Line DVD-RAM Drive and enjoy dependable performance, versatile media support, and a compact design that fits into the tightest spaces while delivering the storage capacity you need.