hp cd-writer dvd
combo 9900ci
Versatile
The hp cd-writer dvd 9900ci is a12x10x32x8x internal IDE cd-rewritable drive that
doubles as a DVD reader. Create custom cds and view DVD-ROM discs on your
desktop. Write cds reliably on the first try with buffer underrun prevention technology.
Everything to get you started is in the box—from blank-high speed CD-R and CD-RW
discs to IDE and audio cables. The complete software suite allows you to turn video
clips, screen captures and still images into custom videos. Backup and protect individual files or restore your hard drive with hp simple backup software that includes
disaster recovery.
Versatile
Share video, photo, data and music files
• Turn video clips, screen captures and still images into custom videos for home, business
and internet
• Read DVD-ROMs at your desktop—cd-writer 9900ci doubles as a DVD reader
• Share multimedia presentations, archive family records and photos
• Compile and catalog video, sound, photo and text files on CD with ArcSoft Photo Center
software
• Manage and record digital music with MusicMatch Jukebox software
• Create custom CD-R discs in about 7 minutes at up to12x write speeds
• Format, write and rewrite cd-rw discs at up to 10x rewrite speeds
• Quickly access cd files at up to 32x read speeds
Reliable technology
Easily write custom cds reliably with buffer underrun prevention technology
• Write custom cds on the first try with buffer underrun prevention technology
• Protect individual files and folders or restore your entire hard drive with hp simple backup
software—includes disaster recovery
• Compatible with over a billion CD, CD-ROM, and DVD-ROM players
• Includes everything you need to get started, from blank high-speed CD-R and CD-RW
discs to IDE cable and audio cables
• Rely on the experience of hp, a worldwide leader in CD-RW products
technical specifications
hp cd-writer dvd-rom combo 9900ci
interface
IDE
loading mechanism
tray, dust sealed
transfer rates
write: up to 12x (CD-R)
write: up to 10x (CD-RW)
read: up to 32x
DVD-ROM read:8x
buffering
2 MB
write methods
create: track at once, disk at once, variable and fixed packet writing
copy: session at once, multisession
power requirements
+5 VDC ±5%
+12 VDC ±10%
logical recording format
UDF, ISO 9660, CD-DA
encoding method
EFM
performance
sustained transfer rate
write
CD-R: 2X, 4X, 8X, 12X,
CD-RW: 2X, 4X,10X
read
CD-R: 2X, 4X, 8X, 10X, 12X, 14X - 32X (CAV)
CD-RW: 2X, 4X, 8X - 20X (CAV)
DVD-ROM: 8X
burst transfer rate
33 MB/second
search time
125 ms average random access
Initialization time
5 sec. maximum
minimum system requirements
Pentium 2 350 MHz or equivalent processor, 64 MB RAM, 110 MB hard disk
space available. Microsoft Windows 98, Me, NT® 4.0 workstation with SP5, and
Windows 2000 Professional.
Windows NT 4.0 Server, Windows 2000 Server/Advanced Server, and all versions
of Windows CE are not supported.
dimensions (w x d x h)
8.2 x 5.7 x 1.6 in (208 x 145 x 42 mm)
weight
2.0 lb (.9 kg)
warranty
One-year limited hardware warranty
system includes
12x10x32x8x cd-rw dvd-rom combo drive, software, 1 blank high-speed CD-R
disc, 1 blank high-speed CD-RW disc, Quick Start placemat, Slim Install Guide,
Support Guide, Integrated Software Install, Electronic User’s Guide, Audio cable,
legal requirements, IDE cable, and screws.
software features
hp MyCD cd mastering software
Write and rewrite CDs with data, photos, music and more.
Adaptec DirectCD
Drag and drop files to CD from Windows Explorer or save directly from any
application.
hp Simple Backup
Innovative hp software that reliably protects and restores individual files, folders or
your whole hard drive.
CD Labeler
Create your own CD label and jewel case artwork and print to either laser or
inkjet printer.
MusicMatch Jukebox
Music jukebox program to help you find, record, manage and play digital music,
complete with CD-quality MP3 encoding and jewel case/CD label printing
features.
ArcSoft Video Impression
Turn video clips, screen captures and still images into custom videos for home,
business, and Internet
disc finalization time
2 min. at 2X
Acid Xpress
Introductory version of loop-based music creation tool to make your own music,
automatically matching tempo and pitch
reliability
corrected error rate: Audio Data Mode 2, and Mode 2 Form 2: less
than 1 uncorrectable frame in 109 bits read. Data Mode 1 and Mode
2 Form 1 - less than 1 uncorrected frame in 1012 bits read.
ArcSoft Photo Center
Compile and catalog video, sound, photo, and text files. Create slide shows and
video postcards that can be emailed
media compatability
write: CD-R, CD-RW, and high-speed CD-RW (recommend hp branded media)
read: CD Audio (Red book) and CD extra, CD-ROM (Mode 1 - Yellow book),
CD-ROM XA & CD-I (Mode 2/Form 1- Green book), CD-ROM XA & CD-I
(Mode 2/Form 2 - Green book), CD-Bridge & Photo-CD (single and multi-session),
CD-Video, DVD-ROM
environmental ranges
operating temperature: 5º to 40º C (41º to 104º F)
operating humidity: 10% to 80% RH
PowerDVD video playback software
ordering information
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
acoustics
sound power: 5.5 dB(A) (per ISO 9296)
sound pressure: 70 dB (A)
C9629A
hp cd-writer 9900ci 12x10x32x8x IED internal CD-RW* DVD-ROM
combo drive
power consumption
16 watts maximum
CD-R recordable media
C7989A hp CD-R recordable disc, 74-minute,10-pack jewel case
C7990A hp CD-R recordable disc, 74-minute, 50-pack on a spindle
C8002A hp CD-R recordable disc, 80 minute, 10-pack jewel case
C8003A hp CD-R recordable disc, 80 minute, 50-pack on a spindle
C4438A hp CD-RW rewritable disc, 74 minute, 1pack jewel case
C7981A hp CD-RW rewritable high-speed disc, 74 minute, 1 pack jewel case
*Intended only for creation and storage of your original material or other lawful uses.
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