Optical disk drive HP Enterprise IDE DVD±RW model 399415-001-RFB

Internal optical disk drive HP Enterprise IDE DVD±RW model 399415-001-RFB is a SATA-era compatible IDE-format optical unit designed for installation in servers and workstations that require an internal IDE optical drive. The drive provides read and write access to DVD and CD media using DVD±RW functionality and is intended for use where mechanical and electrical IDE connectivity is required by the host system. It supports standard disc formats for software installation, media playback, data transfer and archival backups.

Advantages

The drive offers combined DVD±RW read/write capability in a single internal unit compatible with IDE interfaces used in legacy or specific HP Enterprise systems. It provides reliable optical media handling for tasks such as software deployment and on-site data transfer without relying on external USB devices. The form factor and electrical interface are matched to systems designed for internal IDE optical drives, simplifying integration and reducing the need for adapters.

Suitable for

• Installing operating systems and application software from DVD or CD media
• Creating and reading backups on DVD±RW and CD formats
• Transferring large media files or archives between systems via optical discs
• Replacing or restoring an internal IDE optical drive in compatible HP servers or workstations

Key specifications

• Interface: Parallel ATA (IDE) for internal connection
• Optical formats supported: DVD±RW read/write and standard CD read/write
• Form factor: internal 5.25-inch half-height drive suitable for drive bays designed for IDE optical units
• Functionality: DVD and CD reading and writing, rewritable media support

How to use

Install the drive into an available internal 5.25-inch bay and connect the IDE ribbon cable and the appropriate power connector from the system power supply. Configure the drive position (master/slave) using the device’s jumper settings if required by the host motherboard, then enable the optical drive in the system BIOS or firmware. Use standard operating system drivers to access DVD and CD media for installation, backup or data transfer tasks. Eject and load discs using the front bezel tray or software eject commands as needed.

Usage recommendations

Handle optical media by the edges and store discs in protective cases to avoid scratches. Verify system compatibility with IDE optical drives before installation and ensure jumpers and BIOS settings are configured according to the server or workstation documentation. For important backups, verify burned media integrity after writing.