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286247-001 HP 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive

SKU:

286247-001

Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 1.44MB storage capacity for floppy disks
  • Compatible with standard 3.5-inch floppy disks
  • IDE interface for straightforward integration
  • Reliable read/write performance for legacy data
Product Overview

The HP 1.44MB Floppy Drive reads and writes data on 3.5-inch floppy disks, fitting into conventional desktop systems using an IDE interface. It’s a practical choice for those needing to maintain or retrieve information stored on legacy media, offering a straightforward connection to older hardware and preserving access to important data in environments where floppy disks are still in use.

General Information
Brand HP
Part Number 286247-001
Technical Information
Disc Diameter 3.5 inch (3.5")
Interface 34-pin FDD ribbon connector (standard PC floppy interface)
Data Transfer Rate 500 kbps (approx.)
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions 1.03 in x 4.02 in x 5.75 in (26.2 mm x 102 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 HP 1.44MB Floppy Drive is designed to read and write data on 3.5-inch floppy disks, a common storage medium before USB drives became widespread. It’s often found in older desktop systems and legacy equipment still relying on floppy disks for data transfer or archival purposes. Built for users who need to access or maintain historical data stored on floppies, it provides a dependable way to bridge past and present storage formats.

Key Features

  • Supports 1.44MB floppy disks, standard in many legacy systems
  • Uses an IDE interface, making it compatible with many desktop motherboards
  • Offers consistent read/write access for reliable data handling
  • Compact 3.5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Ideal for data recovery, legacy system maintenance, and archival access

Floppy drives like this HP model continue to be deployed in settings where older software or hardware requires legacy media support. Whether in industrial machines, archival facilities, or vintage computing setups, it ensures access to data saved on floppy disks without needing newer conversion tools.


Use Cases

The 286247-001 HP 1.44MB Floppy Drive is primarily used in environments where legacy floppy disk media remains necessary for data access and system operation.

How It's Used:

  • Installing or running legacy software stored on floppy disks
  • Recovering data from old floppy disk archives
  • Transferring small files between older computer systems
  • Supporting legacy industrial or medical equipment requiring floppy disk access
  • Maintaining vintage computer collections or retro computing projects

This floppy drive enables continued operation and data retrieval in scenarios where newer storage media are not compatible or available, ensuring legacy system longevity.


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286247-001 HP 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive
286247-001 HP 1.44MB Floppy Disk Drive