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| Product Overview |
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The Dell 1.44MB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive for OptiPlex GX150 is a straightforward disk drive designed to handle standard floppy disks in vintage Dell systems. It fits into the existing drive bay and connects via the standard floppy interface, making it a practical choice for users needing to access or transfer data on floppy media within these older desktops. |
| General Information | |
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| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | 2C596 |
| Technical Information | |
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| Disc Diameter | 3.5 inch (90 mm) |
| Interface | 34-pin FDD ribbon cable (legacy floppy disk drive interface) |
| Data Transfer Rate | ~500 kbps (typical for high-density 1.44MB floppy) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
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| Dimensions | ~25 x 101.6 x 146 mm (H x W x D) / ~1.0 x 4.0 x 5.75 inches |
| Weight | 5.00 |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Miscellaneous | |
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| Eco Friendly | Yes |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Compliance Standards | WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL |
| Product Description |
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This 3.5-inch floppy drive provides a reliable way to read and write 1.44MB floppy disks, a common storage medium for older systems. It's often found in Dell OptiPlex GX150 desktops, where it's used to transfer files, perform BIOS updates, or run legacy software. Built for users who work with vintage or specialized computing environments, this drive is a practical solution for accessing data stored on floppy disks. IT professionals maintaining older equipment or collectors keeping legacy systems operational will find it especially useful. Key Features
Typically deployed in office settings or repair shops maintaining older PC models, this drive plays a key role where floppy disks remain a necessary format. It enables smooth data exchange and system updates without requiring newer storage solutions. |