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19308801-17 Toshiba 1.44MB 3.5-Inch USB External Floppy Drive USB 2.0

SKU:
19308801-17
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 1.44MB storage capacity for legacy floppy disks
  • Compact 3.5-inch USB external design
  • Plug-and-play compatibility with modern PCs and laptops
  • Supports USB 2.0 for reliable data transfer
In stock

$190.52

Product Overview

The Toshiba 1.44MB 3.5-Inch USB External Floppy Drive offers a practical way to read and write floppy disks using a USB connection. It fits into workflows that require access to older data formats without the need for built-in floppy drives, making it a handy tool for archival or specialized tasks.

General Information

Brand Toshiba
Part Number 19308801-17

Technical Information

Disc Diameter 3.5-inch
Interface USB 2.0

Physical Characteristics

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 Toshiba 1.44MB 3.5-inch USB external floppy drive allows you to access and transfer data from traditional floppy disks using modern computers. It’s built for users who still need to retrieve or archive files stored on legacy media.

Often found in office environments, schools, or among tech enthusiasts, this drive makes it simple to work with floppy disks without needing an internal drive. It’s especially useful for those maintaining older software or files.

Key Features

  • Supports standard 3.5-inch floppy disk format with 1.44MB capacity
  • Connects easily via USB for broad compatibility with Windows and Mac systems
  • Compact and lightweight for portability and minimal desk space usage
  • Requires no external power supply, drawing power through USB
  • Simple plug-and-play setup without the need for additional drivers

This external floppy drive is typically used in settings where legacy data needs to be accessed or transferred, such as archival work or running old programs. It provides a straightforward solution for bridging the gap between outdated storage media and current computer hardware.


Use Cases

The Toshiba 1.44MB 3.5-Inch USB External Floppy Drive is ideal for organizations that maintain legacy data archives or require access to outdated storage media. It serves IT departments, data recovery specialists, and businesses with specialized workflows relying on floppy disk usage in controlled or archival environments.

How It's Used:

  • Data recovery teams utilize the drive to transfer critical legacy files in forensic or archival projects within enterprise IT settings.
  • Manufacturing and industrial facilities access machine configurations and diagnostic data stored on floppy disks for legacy equipment maintenance.
  • Remote offices without built-in floppy drives employ the USB external drive to exchange historical records and configuration files securely.
  • Educational institutions use the drive for accessing legacy courseware and research data stored on floppy media in computer labs.
  • Specialized software vendors provide the drive to clients needing to update or migrate data from floppy disks during system upgrades.
  • Government agencies leverage the drive to ensure continued access to archived documents and legacy system backups in compliance environments.

This external USB floppy drive supports operational continuity by bridging outdated media with current computing platforms. Its plug-and-play functionality reduces complexity, allowing IT teams to preserve and migrate legacy data without extensive infrastructure changes.


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19308801-17 Toshiba 1.44MB 3.5-Inch USB External Floppy Drive USB 2.0
19308801-17 Toshiba 1.44MB 3.5-Inch USB External Floppy Drive USB 2.0
$190.52