* 1X DVD-ROM drive with a maximum speed of 1.4MB/s; The 24X DVD-ROM drive has a maximum speed of 33.2MB/sec.
Function to burn and erase data on CDs, DVDs
This function allows the CD/DVD drive to burn, erase and rewrite the data on the CD/DVD disc. Drives with this write/erase function will have the symbol RW (ReWrite).
The write and erase speed of a CD/DVD RW drive is lower than the read speed.
Read and write discs
This parameter indicates which discs the CD/DVD drive can read.
If it is a CD/DVD RW drive, any discs can be burned, erased and rewritten.
This technology allows DVD RW drives to burn onto DVD discs with 2 layers to double the storage capacity of DVD discs. These discs are labeled DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL.
Note that the optical disc with the symbol DL (Dual Layer, Double Layer) is a disc with 2 layers on one side, when reading / writing does not need to flip the disc. As for the type of disc 2 (Double Side) when reading / writing, the plate must be turned over.
Selection of drives for computers Picture 3 DVD+RW DL Drive - Burn/Erase/Rewrite supports 2-layer recording
Guarantee
The warranty period for optical drives is usually 12 months, warranty is accepted when the condition is not read or pickled, mechanical damage . and the warranty stamp must be valid.
How to choose a CD/DVD-ROM drive for your computer
Based on the parameters of the CD/DVD-ROM drive above, you can choose the right drive for your needs.
Note to choose a CD/DVD drive with a connection standard that is compatible with your Mainboard and has a color that matches the color of the case.
A computer can have multiple CD/DVD-ROM drives, the number of which depends on the number of connectors on the Mainboard.
With the advent of memory cards, USB drives (USB Flash Drive) have high capacity, faster speeds and smaller sizes, so optical drives are rarely used.
Currently, due to low popularity, optical drives are not produced as much as before, so you will not have many choices. Except for the old CD-ROM drives, there are only DVD-RW drives on the market.