Product Description
IBM EUA5 Standalone USB DVD Drive w/cable (P/N 01LU635)
The IBM EUA5 is an external standalone USB DVD drive designed for reading and writing optical media, providing a convenient plug-and-play solution for installation, data transfer, backup, and software distribution on IBM Power Systems servers. This compact, bus-powered external device connects via USB and includes the necessary cable, making it ideal for systems without internal optical drives or for mobile/field service use in AIX, IBM i, Linux, and VIOS environments.
Features
- External USB DVD±RW drive for reading and writing CD/DVD media
- Supports DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, CD-R, CD-RW formats
- USB 2.0 connectivity (backward compatible with USB 3.0 ports)
- Bus-powered operation – no external power adapter required in most configurations
- Includes integrated USB cable for direct connection to host
- Compact, lightweight, and portable design suitable for server rooms, remote offices, or on-site service
- Plug-and-play installation with no additional drivers typically needed on supported OS levels
- Reliable tray-loading mechanism for consistent media handling
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: EUA5
- Part Number: 01LU635
- Bus Interface: USB 2.0 (High-Speed)
- Ports: 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A (integrated cable)
- Media Supported
- Read: DVD-ROM, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, DVD-RAM, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
- Write: DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, CD-RW
- Read/Write Speeds: Up to 8× DVD±R write, 24× CD-R write (typical; actual performance varies by media)
- Power: Bus-powered via USB (may require powered USB hub on some low-power ports)
- Cabling: Integrated 1.2 m (approx. 4 ft) USB 2.0 cable
- Form Factor: External standalone portable DVD drive
- Warranty: This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
Compatibility
Fully compatible with IBM Power Systems models featuring external USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 ports (native or via supported PCIe USB adapters), running AIX (6.1 TL7 or later), IBM i (V7R1 or later), Linux (appropriate kernel levels), or VIOS:
- 9009-41A
- 9009-42A
- 9040-MR9
- 9080-M9S
- 9080-MHE
- 9080-MME
- 9105-22A
- 9105-22B
- 9105-42A
- 9824-22A
- 9824-42A
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
