MSI Internal IDE DVD-ROM Drive 18x Read for PC CD-ROM/DVD-ROM CB-L0003
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Manufacturer description
MSI Internal IDE DVD-ROM Drive 18x Read for PC CD-ROM/DVD-ROM CB-L0003
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Full Specifications
| drive_type | DVD-ROM/CD-ROM |
|---|---|
| dvd_read_speed | 18x |
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