HP 199893-202 8x Speed IDE CD-ROM Drive (Part Number: 199893-202) is a legacy optical drive rated for 8x CD-ROM read speed, designed for older enterprise workstations and servers using parallel ATA (IDE/PATA) connectivity. The drive supports standard CD audio playback and data access at sustained 8x transfer rates, typical for systems built in the late 1990s through early 2000s. Form factor and mounting specifications align with HP's legacy server and workstation chassis. Commonly used in archival systems, legacy hardware refresh projects, and retro-computing environments where CD-based media libraries or boot media remain operational. Compatible with any system featuring a 40-pin IDE interface slot. This refurbished unit is tested and guaranteed; available via quote.
