HPE 9.5mm SATA DVD-ROM Optical Drive

Overview

The HPE 726536-B21 is a SATA DVD-ROM optical drive designed for HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers, providing reliable disc reading capabilities in a compact 9.5 mm form factor. It supports a variety of disc formats including CDs, DVDs, and dual-layer DVDs, making it suitable for software installations, data backups, and media playback. With DVD read speeds up to 8X and CD read speeds up to 24X, this drive offers efficient access to your data without unnecessary delays.

Key features

• Fits neatly into a 9.5 mm drive bay designed for HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers, ensuring seamless integration.
• Supports multiple disc formats such as CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM for versatile media compatibility.
• Tray-loading mechanism with a spin-up time under 15 seconds for quick and easy disc access.
• Fast access times of 140 milliseconds for CDs and 160 milliseconds for DVDs to keep workflows smooth.
• Connects via SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface, providing stable and reliable data transfer rates.
• Compact size and lightweight design minimize space and weight impact on your server setup.
• Warranty options include a 1-year limited warranty or matching the server’s warranty up to 3 years for added confidence.

Key specs

• Drive type: SATA DVD-ROM optical drive
• Form factor: 9.5 mm height
• DVD read speed: up to 8X
• CD read speed: up to 24X
• Access time: 140 ms (CD), 160 ms (DVD)
• Interface: SATA 1.5 Gb/s
• Dimensions: 5.2 x 5.1 x 0.4 inches
• Weight: 1.46 pounds

Connectivity and compatibility

This optical drive connects through a SATA interface, which is standard for many server environments, ensuring compatibility with HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers. Its support for a wide range of disc formats means it can handle legacy media as well as newer dual-layer DVDs, making it a flexible choice for IT professionals managing diverse data and media needs.

Ideal uses and environments

The drive is well suited to IT professionals and system administrators who require dependable disc access within HPE ProLiant Gen9 servers. It works well for tasks such as software installation, system maintenance, data archiving, and media playback in server rooms or data centers where space is limited but reliable optical media support remains necessary.