The 48X Combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive is a reliable, 5.25-inch, half-height drive that can write to CD-R and CD-RW media and read from any industry standard DVD and compact disc media. The 48X Combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive communicates data and digital audio to the host computer via an ATAPI interface. Users can read DVDs at their desktops, and compile and catalog video, sound, photo, and text files on CDs. The 48X Combo CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive also enables users to share multimedia presentations, burn or convert video clips, screen captures, and still images into custom videos; and create custom CD-R discs in minutes. Additionally, the 48X Combo Drive can be used for complete data backups to restore data in the event of catastrophic loss. Hewlett-Packard goes to great lengths to provide its customers with the highest performing, most integrated, thoroughly tested computing solutions. This quality combination not only simplifies the purchase and service process, but also increases customer satisfaction and lowers the overall cost of ownership.