Description
Goldstar GCD-R540C 4x IDE Internal CD-ROM Drive
The Goldstar GCD-R540C is a 4x speed internal CD-ROM drive designed for desktop personal computers and workstations. This IDE-connected optical drive reads standard compact discs at 600 KB/s and fits in a standard 5.25-inch drive bay. These drives were common components in mid-to-late 1990s PC builds and remain serviceable for legacy system repairs, retrocomputing projects, and equipment restoration.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer: Goldstar
- Model: GCD-R540C
- Drive Speed: 4x (600 KB/s sustained data transfer)
- Interface: IDE / ATAPI parallel interface
- Form Factor: 5.25 inch full-height internal drive bay mount
- Media: Reads CD-DA (audio) and CD-ROM (data) discs
- Buffer: 64 KB or 128 KB (varies by revision)
- Access Time: Approximately 200 ms average
- Power Connector: 4-pin Molex (standard ATX power)
- Data Connector: 40-pin IDE ribbon cable
Applications
The GCD-R540C was a standard optical drive choice for 1990s-era desktop systems, particularly those running Windows 95/98 and early 2000s platforms. Today, these drives are valued for legacy computer restoration, retrocomputing enthusiast builds, and systems where original period-correct components are desired. They are still capable of reading audio CDs and data CD-ROMs, making them practical for archivists and vintage computing restorers. The IDE interface and standard mounting make installation straightforward in any system with an available 5.25-inch bay and IDE controller.
This Goldstar GCD-R540C 4x IDE internal CD-ROM drive has been tested and is in good working condition. It is a standard 5.25-inch form factor drive suitable for installation in a desktop PC or legacy system. The drive has been inspected and verified to be in working order. Please contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Goldstar |
Model: |
GCD-R540C |
Type: |
Internal CD-ROM Drive |
Interface: |
IDE / ATAPI |
Speed: |
4x |
Form Factor: |
5.25 inch Internal |
Data Transfer Rate: |
600 KB/s |
SKU: |
20021 |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
South Korea |
Condition Notes: |
Goldstar GCD-R540C 4x IDE CD-ROM drive — tested and in good working condition. Standard 5.25" internal form factor. |
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 |