Description
EPO DVD-8216 Internal DVD-ROM IDE ATAPI 5.25-Inch Half-Height Desktop PC Drive
The EPO DVD-8216 is a 5.25-inch half-height internal DVD-ROM drive manufactured by EPO Science and Technology Inc. of Taipei, Taiwan. It connects via the standard 40-pin IDE/ATAPI interface and draws power from a standard 4-pin Molex connector, making it a straightforward drop-in replacement or upgrade for desktop PCs with an available 5.25-inch drive bay and an IDE controller. This unit was manufactured in December 2002.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: DVD-8216
- Manufacturer: EPO Science and Technology Inc.
- Drive Type: Internal DVD-ROM (read-only)
- Interface: IDE / ATAPI, 40-pin
- Power Connector: 4-pin Molex
- Form Factor: 5.25-inch half-height
- Power Requirements: +5V DC 1A, +12V DC 1.5A
- Laser Classification: Class 1 Laser Product
- Manufacture Date: December 2002
- Country of Manufacture: China
- Certifications: UL, TÜV Rheinland, CE, CSA
- Front panel: tray-loading design with eject button, headphone jack, volume dial, and activity LED
- Rear panel: 40-pin IDE data connector, 4-pin Molex power connector, jumper block for master/slave/cable-select configuration
Applications
Internal IDE DVD-ROM drives like the EPO DVD-8216 are designed for installation in desktop computers equipped with a 5.25-inch drive bay and an IDE (Parallel ATA) controller — the dominant storage interface standard from the mid-1990s through the mid-2000s before SATA became the norm. They are primarily used for reading DVD-Video discs, DVD-ROM data discs, and standard CD media. These drives remain useful today for maintaining or restoring older desktop systems — particularly legacy Windows XP-era machines, home theater PCs, or any system that still runs an IDE/PATA motherboard or IDE controller card. The DVD-8216 is also a practical source of a working optical drive for vintage computer collectors and technicians servicing older hardware.
This EPO DVD-8216 internal DVD-ROM drive has been pulled from a working environment where it was previously in use. The drive shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with typical desktop PC installation — the beige plastic faceplate has light surface marks, and the metal chassis shows minor scuffing. The IDE connector and Molex power connector on the rear appear intact and undamaged. It has not been powered up or bench-tested at our facility. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
EPO Science and Technology |
Model: |
DVD-8216 |
MPN: |
DVD-8216 |
Type: |
Internal DVD-ROM Drive |
SKU: |
25766 |
Interface: |
IDE / ATAPI (40-pin) |
Form Factor: |
5.25-Inch Half-Height |
Installation Type: |
Internal |
Compatible Drive Bay: |
5.25-Inch |
Power Requirements: |
+5V 1A, +12V 1.5A |
Manufacture Date: |
December 2002 |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
China |
Connectivity: |
40-Pin IDE, 4-Pin Molex Power |
Laser Class: |
Class 1 |
Certifications: |
UL, TÜV Rheinland, CE, CSA |
Compatible With: |
Desktop PCs with 5.25-inch drive bay and IDE interface |
Seller Notes: |
Drive only; no mounting screws or cables included unless shown in photos. |
Condition Notes: |
This EPO DVD-8216 internal DVD-ROM drive was pulled from a working environment. Shows normal cosmetic wear; IDE and Molex connectors appear intact. Not bench-tested at our facility. Please contact us with any questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |