One configuration of the iBook has a combination DVD-ROM and CD-RW drive. The drive has a tray for loading the disc.
The drive can read DVD media and read and write CD media, as shown in Table 3-6. The DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive also provides DVD-Video playback with DVD MPEG2 decode.
| DVD-ROM | 6x (CAV) | - |
| CD-R | 24x (CAV) | 4x (CLV) |
| CD-RW | 5.7x (PCAV) | 4x (CLV) |
| CD or CD-ROM | 24x (CAV) | - |
Digital audio signals from the DVD-ROM/CD-RW drive can be played through the sound outputs under the control of the Sound Manager.