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370-3159 Sun Dual Density Floppy Drive 720KB/1.44MB Floppy Disk

SKU:
370-3159
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Dual density floppy drive compatible with multiple floppy disk formats
  • Supports both 720KB and 1.44MB disk capacities
  • Reliable read/write performance for legacy data storage
  • Designed for use in classic computer systems and industrial equipment
In stock

$184.00

Product Overview

The 370-3159 Sun Dual Density Floppy Drive is a reliable device designed to read and write both 720KB and 1.44MB floppy disks. It fits into vintage computer systems and specialized equipment where floppy disk storage is still in use, providing a straightforward way to manage legacy data without modern compatibility issues.

General Information

Brand Sun
Part Number 370-3159

Technical Information

Disc Diameter 3.5 in (3.5-inch)
Interface 34-pin floppy (FDD) ribbon interface
Data Transfer Rate 500 kbps (double-density / typical floppy data rate)

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions 1.03 x 4.00 x 5.75 in (26 x 102 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 dual density floppy drive handles both 720KB and 1.44MB floppy disks, offering versatile storage options for older computer systems. It's built to read and write data accurately on legacy media, making it valuable for retrieving or archiving information stored on floppy disks.

Commonly found in vintage PCs, industrial machines, and embedded devices, this drive supports workflows that depend on floppy disks. IT professionals and technicians working with legacy hardware often rely on this type of drive for maintenance or data recovery.

Key Features

  • Reads and writes both double density and high density floppy disks
  • Compatible with standard 3.5-inch floppy media formats
  • Durable mechanism suited for extended use in older hardware
  • Interfaces with common floppy drive connectors for easy installation
  • Maintains data integrity during transfers on various disk types

This floppy drive is typically deployed in environments where older data needs to be accessed or migrated, such as museums, repair shops, or legacy industrial systems. It plays a crucial role in preserving access to information that remains stored on floppy media even today.


Use Cases

The 370-3159 Sun Dual Density Floppy Drive is primarily utilized in legacy IT environments where vintage computer systems or specialized industrial equipment remain operational. It benefits organizations needing to maintain access to historical data stored on floppy disks without migrating to newer storage platforms.

How It's Used:

  • Data recovery operations in archival centers relying on older magnetic media formats.
  • Manufacturing plants using industrial control systems that require floppy disk updates.
  • SMB networks maintaining legacy financial or administrative software requiring floppy disk input.
  • Educational institutions preserving vintage computing hardware for training or research purposes.
  • Field service teams supporting equipment that only accepts floppy disk firmware updates.

This floppy drive supports operational continuity by enabling efficient data retrieval and transfer from dual density disks, minimizing workflow disruptions in environments with legacy storage dependencies.


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370-3159 Sun Dual Density Floppy Drive 720KB/1.44MB Floppy Disk
370-3159 Sun Dual Density Floppy Drive 720KB/1.44MB Floppy Disk
$184.00