Name: 134-506790-391-3 NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive IDE Interface
Brand: NEC
SKU: 134-506790-391-3
Price: 153.84 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive is a straightforward device for reading and writing standard floppy disks. It fits into old desktop computers and serves those who need to access floppy disk data, making it a reliable tool for legacy system users.

General Information
Brand	NEC
Part Number	134-506790-391-3

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	3.5 inch (90 mm)
Interface	34-pin FDD ribbon (PC floppy drive interface)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.03 in x 4.0 in x 5.75 in (26.2 mm x 101.6 mm x 146 mm)
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
This NEC 1.44MB 3.5-inch floppy drive is designed to read and write data on standard floppy disks. It is often found in older desktop computers or systems that require access to legacy media. The drive is built for users needing to retrieve or archive data stored on floppy disks, such as in archival centers, retro computing enthusiasts, or businesses maintaining legacy software. Key Features Supports the common 1.44MB floppy disk format with high compatibility Offers IDE interface connectivity for straightforward desktop installation Provides consistent read/write speeds ensuring data integrity Compact 3.5-inch form factor fits most standard PC drive bays Durable design suited for frequent use in legacy systems This drive is typically deployed in environments where older storage media are still in use or need to be accessed, such as in archives or technical maintenance setups. It plays a vital role in bridging current hardware with older data formats without requiring specialized adapters.

Use Cases
The NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive is commonly utilized in environments where legacy data retrieval and archival access remain critical. It is suited for IT departments managing long-term data storage on older media and organizations maintaining legacy systems that require continued floppy disk compatibility. How It's Used: Accessing archival project files in government offices reliant on legacy document storage. Supporting industrial control systems that use floppy disks for firmware updates in manufacturing plants. Enabling data recovery specialists to extract information from outdated backup media in data preservation firms. Maintaining compatibility with vintage computing hardware in educational institutions’ computer labs. Assisting IT teams in SMBs with legacy financial software that stores data on floppy disks. This floppy drive facilitates operational continuity by bridging modern desktop systems with legacy media formats, ensuring valuable data remains accessible without disrupting existing workflows. Its integration supports specialized workloads where scalability is less critical but reliable data access is essential.

134-506790-391-3 NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive IDE Interface

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General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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