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Internal HP CD writer in carbon black finish

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HP Internal CD-Writer Carbon Black 48x 32x

SKU CH-SKA4-H7D47

Internal CD writer writes CD-R at 48x, rewrites CD-RW at 32x, and reads at 48x over IDE in a carbon-black chassis

  • CD-R48X
  • CD-RW32X
  • CD-ROM48X
  • Form FactorInternal
  • Panel ColorBlack
  • InterfaceIDE
  • Writes CD-R discs at up to 48x speed for fast backups
  • Rewrites CD-RW media at 32x for reusable storage
  • Reads CDs at 48x for quick data access
  • Installs in standard internal drive bays with IDE connection
  • Carbon black front panel matches dark-themed builds

HP Internal CD-Writer Carbon Black

This HP internal CD-Writer installs in a standard drive bay and connects through an IDE interface. It writes CD-R media at up to 48x and rewrites CD-RW media at up to 32x. The carbon black bezel matches darker chassis designs. It suits users adding legacy optical writing to an older system.

Sustained write behaviour

The drive maintains its rated 48x CD-R and 32x CD-RW speeds across full discs without thermal throttling. Buffer underrun protection keeps the write stream stable during multitasking. Read operations reach 48x for quick software installs or audio ripping. Performance stays consistent from the first track to the last.

Build quality and connectors

The tray-load mechanism uses a reinforced chassis that resists flex during repeated cycles. A standard 40-pin IDE connector and Molex power socket fit existing cables without adapters. The front bezel is moulded in carbon black plastic that resists fingerprints. Mounting holes align with common 5.25 inch bay rails.

Highlights

  • Writes CD-R discs at up to 48x speed for fast backups
  • Rewrites CD-RW media at 32x for reusable storage
  • Reads CDs at 48x for quick data access
  • Installs in standard internal drive bays with IDE connection
  • Carbon black front panel matches dark-themed builds

Specifications

BrandHP
CD-R48X
CD-RW32X
CD-ROM48X
Form FactorInternal
Panel ColorBlack
InterfaceIDE

Questions about this item

How much power does the IDE CD-Writer draw when it runs at 48x write speed all day?

The drive uses the standard IDE power connector and runs at the same voltage as any 5.25 inch internal optical drive, so it fits your existing power supply without extra cables.

Which IDE controller and 5.25 inch bay does the Carbon Black CD-Writer need to work?

It requires a free IDE channel on the motherboard, a standard 5.25 inch drive bay, and an available Molex power lead from the PSU.

Will the 48x CD-RW drive share an IDE cable with an older hard drive without slowing it down?

Yes, it can share the cable as a slave device, but the older drive will run at its own maximum UDMA mode while the writer operates at its rated 48x read and 32x rewrite speeds.

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