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Conner CFS420A-7 420GB IDE 32MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
- Capacity: 420MB
- Interface: IDE (ATA)
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Cache: 32MB
- Designed for legacy PC systems
- Suitable for retro computing projects
- Requires IDE controller
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 420MB
- Interface
- IDE (ATA)
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Cache
- 32MB
- Brand
- Conner
- Model
- CFS420A-7
Product details
The Conner CFS420A-7 is a 3.5-inch IDE hard drive with a capacity of 420MB and 32MB of cache. It uses the IDE interface, common in personal computers from the early to mid-1990s. This drive is suitable for vintage computing enthusiasts or systems requiring legacy storage.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 420MB |
| Interface | IDE (ATA) |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
Additional Specifications
| Cache | 32MB |
| Brand | Conner |
| Model | CFS420A-7 |
Description
The Conner CFS420A-7 is a 420MB hard drive that utilizes the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface, a standard for personal computer storage during the 1990s. With its 3.5-inch form factor, it was designed to be installed internally in desktop computer cases. The inclusion of 32MB of cache memory was a notable feature for drives of this era, helping to improve data access speeds and overall performance. This drive is a representative example of the storage technology available when operating systems like MS-DOS, Windows 3.1, and early versions of Windows 95 were prevalent. The IDE interface, also known as ATA or PATA (Parallel ATA), provided a direct connection to the computer's motherboard, enabling data transfer between the CPU and the storage device. Given its capacity and interface, the Conner CFS420A-7 is primarily relevant for individuals involved in vintage computer restoration, retro gaming, or maintaining specific legacy systems that require original or compatible hardware. It serves as a functional component for historical computing projects rather than a solution for modern computing needs.
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