Name: 134-506791-101-0 NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive Beige Bezel
Brand: NEC
SKU: 134-506791-101-0
Price: 112.93 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive provides standard floppy disk reading and writing capabilities for older computer setups. It fits neatly into 3.5-inch bays and comes with a beige bezel that complements traditional PC designs. This drive is a straightforward solution for anyone needing to access or maintain files kept on floppy disks, often seen in legacy systems or archival contexts.

General Information
Brand	NEC
Part Number	134-506791-101-0

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	3.5-inch
Interface	34-pin FDD (IDC ribbon)
Data Transfer Rate	~500 Kbit/s (typical for 1.44MB 3.5" FDD)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	25.4 mm x 101.6 mm x 146.0 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 built for reading and writing standard floppy disks commonly used in older computer systems. It's often found in environments where accessing legacy data or software stored on floppy disks remains necessary. The drive suits users who need dependable floppy media support, including IT professionals maintaining vintage equipment and hobbyists restoring retro hardware. Key Features Supports standard 1.44MB 3.5-inch floppy disk format Includes a beige bezel to blend with classic PC cases Offers consistent read/write operations for floppy media Easy to install in systems with compatible drive bays Compatible with a variety of operating systems that support floppy drives This floppy drive is typically installed in older desktop computers or specialized machinery relying on floppy disk input. It helps bridge the gap between modern hardware and legacy data formats, enabling access to stored information without complicated workarounds.

Use Cases
The NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive is commonly utilized in environments where legacy data access is critical, such as archival facilities and industrial control systems. IT departments maintaining vintage hardware or supporting specialized manufacturing equipment benefit from its compatibility with standard 3.5-inch floppy disks, ensuring continued operability of essential legacy workflows. How It's Used: Data archival retrieval in government agencies preserving historical records stored on floppy media. Support for legacy point-of-sale systems in retail environments requiring ongoing access to stored transactional data. Maintenance and diagnostics of industrial machinery that rely on floppy disk-based firmware updates. IT asset management in enterprises with legacy server infrastructure needing backward compatibility for data migration. Restoration and transfer of archived multimedia content in broadcasting organizations utilizing floppy disk archives. By enabling reliable read/write operations on floppy disks, this drive facilitates sustained access to legacy data without requiring system overhauls. It supports operational continuity in specialized environments where modernization is constrained by hardware dependencies or regulatory requirements.

134-506791-101-0 NEC 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive Beige Bezel

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