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Fujitsu MPE3043AE-#2 4.3GB 5400RPM IDE 512KB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
- Brand: Fujitsu
- Model: MPE3043AE-#2
- Capacity: 4.3GB
- Interface: IDE (PATA)
- Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM
- Cache: 512KB
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Older technology for legacy systems
- Suitable for specific industrial or vintage computing
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Key specifications
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- Fujitsu
- Part Number
- MPE3043AE-#2
- Capacity
- 4.3GB
- Interface
- IDE (PATA)
- Rotational Speed
- 5400 RPM
- Cache
- 512KB
Product details
This is a Fujitsu MPE3043AE-#2 hard drive, a 4.3GB IDE drive with a 5400 RPM rotational speed and a 512KB cache. It features a 3.5-inch form factor and uses the older IDE (PATA) interface.
Technical Information
| Brand | Fujitsu |
| Part Number | MPE3043AE-#2 |
| Capacity | 4.3GB |
| Interface | IDE (PATA) |
Additional Specifications
| Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Cache | 512KB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Drive Type | HDD |
Description
The Fujitsu MPE3043AE-#2 is a 4.3GB 3.5-inch hard disk drive that utilizes the Parallel ATA (PATA), commonly known as IDE, interface. This drive operates at a rotational speed of 5400 RPM and features a small 512KB cache buffer. Due to its IDE interface and low capacity, this drive is considered legacy technology and is typically found in older computer systems, industrial PCs, or specialized equipment that has not been upgraded. This particular model is likely intended for systems that predate the widespread adoption of SATA interfaces. The IDE interface, while slower than modern SATA, was standard for many years and requires a different type of connection (a 40-pin ribbon cable) and controller on the motherboard. The 4.3GB capacity is very small by today's standards, suggesting its use in systems where storage requirements were minimal or for specific embedded applications. Finding compatible hardware and operating systems for such an old drive can be challenging. It is primarily relevant for maintaining or repairing vintage computer systems, specific industrial automation equipment, or for projects requiring authentic legacy components. The 5400 RPM speed is typical for drives of this era, offering a balance between performance and power consumption.
Condition: Refurbished
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