Lenovo Optical Drive 9 mm Rambo (FRU45K0494)

When your ThinkPad's optical drive fails or you need to replace a broken unit, this 9.5 mm slimline DVD±RW drive restores full read/write capability for CDs and DVDs. The Lenovo Optical Drive 9 mm Rambo (FRU45K0494) is an internal SATA drive that fits standard 9.5 mm laptop drive bays, offering a straightforward swap for compatible systems.

Who is it for

This drive is intended for users of Lenovo ThinkPad laptops and other notebooks with a 9.5 mm slimline optical drive bay who need to replace a faulty drive or add DVD burning capability. It is a direct replacement part, not an external accessory.

Main features

• Internal slimline DVD±RW drive with 9.5 mm height
• Serial ATA interface for easy connection
• Tray-loading mechanism
• Reads and writes DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD-RAM, and dual-layer media
• 8x DVD write speed and 24x CD write speed

Specifications

• Drive Type: DVD±RW (Super Multi Burner)
• Interface: Serial ATA (SATA)
• Form Factor: Internal Slimline
• Drive Height: 9.5 mm
• Loading Mechanism: Tray-loading
• DVD-ROM Read Speed: 8x
• CD-ROM Read Speed: 24x
• DVD-R Write Speed: 8x
• DVD+R Write Speed: 8x
• DVD-RW Write Speed: 6x
• DVD+RW Write Speed: 8x
• DVD-R DL Write Speed: 6x
• DVD+R DL Write Speed: 6x
• DVD-RAM Write Speed: 5x
• CD-R Write Speed: 24x
• CD-RW Write Speed: 24x
• Buffer Size: 2 MB
• Supported Media Types: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL

Tips

Before ordering, confirm that your laptop uses a 9.5 mm slimline SATA optical drive. Installation typically requires removing a single screw and sliding the old drive out of the bay. No additional drivers are needed; the drive is recognized by the operating system as a standard optical drive.