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Computer DVD Drives - PATA or SATA

PATA or SATA- Which DVD drive is right for your computer? Computer DVD drives are categorized by the type of connection used between the computer and drive.

• The SATA interface (also known as Serial ATA) is the rising superstar of the internal drive world because of its fast transfer capabilities.
• PATA (Parallel ATA) DVD drives have been the standard and is common in senior computers.

PATA Internal DVD Drive Uses a large cord to connect the drive to the computer

SATA Internal DVD Drive Uses a USB-sized cable to connect the drive to the computer.

To figure out which drive will work with your computer drive, take a look at your computer's existing DVD drive.  You'll see a power supply cable and a data cable.
If the power connector is a large cord it is a PATA.  If its a small cord, similar in size to a USB drive, it's a SATA.

Some computers have components for both PATA and SATA interfaces, allowing for the connection and use of both interfaces simultaneously. This allows for more flexibility when choosing a drive.

Pioneer’s internal PATA interfaces are designated by model numbers beginning with the number "1", such as the DVR-116D, and the DVR-1910D. View all internal PATA DVD drives >

Pioneer's SATA drives begin with the number "2", as in the DVR-216D and the DVR-2910D. View all internal SATA DVD drives >

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