Optical Drive HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW JackBlack Gen9

The HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-RW JackBlack Gen9 optical drive is a slim internal drive designed for server environments. It supports reading DVD media from 4.7 GB single-layer to 8.5 GB dual-layer discs, and it also reads standard stamped CDs, CD-R and CD-RW discs. The drive provides CD writing (up to 24x) and DVD+R writing (up to 8x) speeds and fits the compact 9.5 mm bay common in server chassis.

Advantages

This DVD-RW drive offers multi-format read/write compatibility including CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R/RW and DVD-R/RW, making it suitable for a variety of media tasks in servers. Its slim 9.5 mm height and compact footprint (approx. 129.5 mm × 132.1 mm) allow easy installation in rack or tower servers. Included software (Roxio) provides write capability on Microsoft® operating systems; for other OSes, an appropriate software utility is required for recording.

Suitable for

• Local data backup and archive on physical media
• Installing operating systems, software patches or loading data from optical discs
• Retail or branch office servers that require occasional optical media access
• Reading and writing CDs and DVDs for data transfer or media distribution

Key specifications

• Form factor: 9.5 mm internal SATA optical drive
• Compatibility: Reads DVD-ROM, DVD-RAM, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
• Write speeds: CD up to 24x; DVD+R up to 8x (as specified)
• Dimensions (approx.): 129.5 mm (W) × 132.1 mm (D) × 9.5 mm (H)
• Weight: 0.66 kg
• Colour: Black, Grey
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): 726537-B21; EAN: 888182015513

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible 9.5 mm SATA bay in the server and connect the SATA data and power cables. For Microsoft® systems, install the included Roxio software to enable disc writing features; for other operating systems, install an OS-specific recording utility to enable write functions. Use standard tray loading to insert discs and operate read/write tasks through the operating system or recording software interface.

Recommendations

Use the drive in environments that match server operating temperatures and provide stable power. Verify that your server BIOS/firmware recognises internal SATA optical devices and keep recording software up to date. For archiving, store written discs in protective sleeves and in a dry, cool location to maximise longevity.