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IBM SANYO 05K9061 05K9060 CRD-S372VDB ThinkPad 24X IDE Slim CD-ROM Drive
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IBM SANYO 05K9061 05K9060 CRD-S372VDB ThinkPad 24X IDE Slim CD-ROM Drive
Price: US $235.00

Upgrade or restore your vintage IBM ThinkPad with this original IBM/Sanyo 24X IDE Slim CD‑ROM Drive, model CRD‑S372VDB, corresponding to IBM part numbers 05K9060 and 05K9061. This is the authentic optical drive used in the ThinkPad 770‑series, making it ideal for collectors, restorers, and retro‑computing enthusiasts who want true OEM hardware.

This unit features the reliable Sanyo CRD‑S372VDB mechanism, known for its durability and compatibility with classic ThinkPad systems. It installs directly into the ThinkPad’s modular bay without adapters or modifications.

Whether you're completing a period‑correct restoration, replacing a failed drive, or building a retro Windows 98 machine, this drive delivers the original IBM experience.

✨ Key Features

  • Genuine IBM OEM optical drive

  • Uses the Sanyo CRD‑S372VDB mechanism

  • 24X CD‑ROM read speed

  • Slimline IDE/ATAPI interface

  • Fits directly into ThinkPad 770‑series modular bays

  • Supports CD‑ROM and CD‑R media

  • Ideal for vintage laptop restoration

🖥 Compatibility

This drive is compatible with the following IBM ThinkPad models:

  • ThinkPad 770

  • ThinkPad 770E

  • ThinkPad 770ED

  • ThinkPad 770X

  • ThinkPad 770Z

(These models use the same modular bay format.)

📦 Included

  • IBM/Sanyo CRD‑S372VDB 24X IDE Slim CD‑ROM Drive

  • IBM FRU/P/N label: 05K9061 / 05K9060

🛠 Condition

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  • Tested and fully working

  • Reads discs reliably

  • Clean faceplate and connectors

  • Normal cosmetic wear consistent with age

📊 Technical Specifications (Data Sheet)CategoryDetailsManufacturerIBM / SanyoIBM FRU Number05K9061IBM Part Number05K9060Drive MechanismSanyo CRD‑S372VDBDrive TypeSlimline CD‑ROMInterfaceIDE / ATAPIRead Speed24X CD‑ROMSupported MediaCD‑ROM, CD‑RForm FactorSlim optical drive in IBM modular bay housingOriginal System FitThinkPad 770 / 770E / 770ED / 770X / 770ZDimensionsStandard ThinkPad 770 modular bay sizePower SourceLaptop modular bay connector🔍 Why This Drive Matters

The ThinkPad 770 series is a favorite among retro‑computing fans, and original IBM‑branded optical drives are becoming increasingly rare. Using the correct FRU ensures proper fit, compatibility, and authenticity for collectors.

This is the exact drive IBM shipped with many 770‑series units, making it the right choice for a period‑correct restoration.



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