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HP C2985-60011 3.2GB 4200RPM IDE Ultra ATA-33 2.5-inch High-Performance EIO Hard Drive for LaserJet ...
- Capacity: 3.2GB
- Interface: IDE Ultra ATA-33
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch
- Rotational Speed: 4200 RPM
- Type: EIO (External I/O) Hard Drive
- Designed for specific HP LaserJet printers
- Provides storage for firmware and operational data
- Legacy interface for older HP systems
- Compact size for integration
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Product Overview
This HP C2985-60011 is a 3.2GB IDE Ultra ATA-33 2.5-inch hard drive. It features a rotational speed of 4200 RPM and is designed as a high-performance EIO (External I/O) drive for specific HP LaserJet printers. This drive provides essential storage for printer firmware and operational data.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 3.2GB |
| Interface | IDE Ultra ATA-33 |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
Additional Specifications
| Rotational Speed | 4200 RPM |
| Interface Type | EIO |
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
Product Description
The HP C2985-60011 is a specialized 3.2GB hard drive designed to function as an External I/O (EIO) device for certain HP LaserJet printer models. This drive utilizes the IDE Ultra ATA-33 interface, a legacy standard that was common in older computing systems, and operates at a rotational speed of 4200 RPM. Its 2.5-inch form factor allows for compact integration within the printer's chassis or dedicated EIO slot, providing essential storage for the printer's operating firmware, configuration settings, and potentially job spooling or font storage. The Ultra ATA-33 specification indicates a maximum theoretical transfer rate of 33 megabytes per second, which is adequate for the data requirements of printer operations. While the capacity of 3.2GB is modest by today's standards, it was sufficient for the firmware and operational data needs of the printers it was designed for. This drive ensures that the printer has the necessary internal storage to boot up, manage its functions, and execute print jobs efficiently. This particular model is crucial for maintaining the functionality of compatible HP LaserJet printers that rely on EIO expansion cards for storage. Replacing or upgrading this drive requires specific knowledge of the printer model's EIO slot and compatibility. It represents a component from an era where dedicated storage solutions were integrated into peripherals to enhance their capabilities and manage complex operations.
