Name: 4451A0Z11-1 Toshiba 720KB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive Double-Density Disk Reader
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: 4451A0Z11-1
Price: 220.50 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Toshiba 720KB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive reads and writes double-density disks, making it a practical component for older computer systems that need to maintain compatibility with floppy media. It fits standard drive bays and supports legacy data retrieval in environments where newer storage options aren’t feasible.

General Information
Brand	Toshiba
Part Number	4451A0Z11-1

Technical Information
Disc Diameter	3.5-inch (88.9 mm)
Interface	34-pin floppy (FDD) ribbon cable / standard PC FDD interface
Data Transfer Rate	250 Kbit/s (double-density, 720KB)

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	25.4 x 101.6 x 146 mm (H x W x D) / 1.0 x 4.0 x 5.75 in
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 3.5-inch floppy drive offers 720KB of storage, designed for reading and writing to double-density floppy disks. It's often found in older computer systems requiring access to legacy media or archival data. Built for compatibility with systems that still rely on floppy disk technology, this drive is particularly useful for businesses or enthusiasts needing to retrieve or store information on traditional media formats. Key Features Supports double-density 3.5-inch floppy disks with 720KB capacity Provides stable read and write operations for legacy files Works with Toshiba and similar floppy disk systems Standard drive interface ensures compatibility with vintage hardware Compact form factor fits typical floppy drive bays Typically deployed in environments where older data formats are still in use, like industrial equipment setups or archival computing. This floppy drive helps keep access to historical data straightforward without requiring newer storage devices.

Use Cases
The Toshiba 720KB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive is predominantly deployed in legacy computing environments where maintaining access to historical data is essential. IT departments managing vintage hardware or archival systems find this drive crucial for preserving data continuity and ensuring compatibility with older software and media formats. How It's Used: Accessing archived documents and software in government agencies that maintain long-term data retention on floppy disks. Supporting industrial control systems in manufacturing plants that rely on legacy floppy-based configurations and updates. Enabling data recovery specialists to retrieve information from outdated storage media in forensic and compliance audits. Integrating with vintage computing labs and educational institutions for hands-on training with historical IT hardware. Maintaining point-of-sale terminals in retail environments that still utilize floppy disk backups or system updates. This drive facilitates operational reliability by bridging the gap between obsolete media formats and current infrastructure, ensuring legacy data remains accessible. Its straightforward installation and compatibility with standard bays streamline integration into existing setups requiring durable floppy disk support.

4451A0Z11-1 Toshiba 720KB 3.5-Inch Floppy Drive Double-Density Disk Reader

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General Information

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