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561VV Dell 3.5-inch 1.44MB IDE Floppy Drive for PowerEdge Servers

SKU:
561VV
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Compatible with Dell PowerEdge servers
  • Standard 3.5-inch floppy drive form factor
  • Reads and writes 1.44MB floppy disks
  • IDE interface for reliable connectivity
In stock

$59.00

Product Overview

The Dell 561VV floppy drive provides basic floppy disk reading and writing functionality tailored for PowerEdge servers. It's a practical solution for environments that require legacy media support without extensive hardware changes, fitting into the server's 3.5-inch drive bay and connecting via an IDE interface.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number 561VV

Technical Information

Disc Diameter 3.5 in (3.5-inch / ~90 mm)
Data Transfer Rate 500 kb/s (typical data rate for 1.44MB 3.5" floppy)

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions Approx. 1.03 x 4.02 x 5.75 in (H x W x D) / 26.1 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 Dell 561VV floppy drive is designed for use with PowerEdge servers, providing legacy media support for data transfer and recovery. It fits into the standard 3.5-inch bay typical in many server models that still require floppy disk access.

Often found in environments where older backup systems or diagnostic tools depend on floppy disks, this drive serves IT professionals managing server maintenance and data recovery in mixed-technology setups.

Key Features

  • Supports 1.44MB floppy disk reading and writing
  • Compatible with various Dell PowerEdge servers
  • IDE interface ensures consistent performance
  • Standard 3.5-inch size for straightforward installation
  • Enables legacy data access and recovery tasks

In practice, this floppy drive is typically deployed in server rooms where older hardware still operates alongside modern systems. It plays a crucial role in allowing administrators to access legacy data or run outdated diagnostic tools without replacing entire server setups.


Use Cases

The Dell 561VV 3.5-inch IDE floppy drive is typically deployed in legacy server environments where support for floppy media remains essential, such as maintaining older backups or firmware updates. IT administrators in data centers and enterprise facilities that operate Dell PowerEdge servers benefit from integrating this drive without redesigning hardware configurations.

How It's Used:

  • Restoring legacy system configurations in data centers running PowerEdge servers with minimal hardware changes.
  • Supporting firmware updates or BIOS recovery processes requiring floppy disk access in enterprise IT environments.
  • Facilitating data migration from legacy floppy-based archives in SMB networks maintaining historical data access.
  • Enabling edge computing nodes that rely on floppy disks for specialized diagnostic or configuration tasks.
  • Providing a cost-effective solution for remote office servers that require occasional floppy disk interaction without complex hardware upgrades.

This floppy drive enhances operational continuity by enabling legacy media compatibility within modern server infrastructures, supporting controlled environments where scalability is balanced with the need for historic data and system access. Its straightforward integration helps IT teams maintain consistent workflows without introducing performance overhead.


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561VV Dell 3.5-inch 1.44MB IDE Floppy Drive for PowerEdge Servers
561VV Dell 3.5-inch 1.44MB IDE Floppy Drive for PowerEdge Servers
$59.00