Seagate 958002-717-1 Medalist 545.5MB 3800RPM IDE/ATA 120KB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

Product Description

The Seagate 958002-717-1, part of the Medalist series, is an extremely early 3.5-inch hard drive with a very limited storage capacity of 545.5 Megabytes. It utilizes the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) or ATA interface, which was the standard for personal computer storage for many years. The drive operates at a rotational speed of 3800 RPM, which is significantly slower than drives from later eras, and features a minimal 120KB cache buffer. This drive represents a piece of computing history, designed for systems from the early to mid-1990s. Its capacity is insufficient for modern operating systems or applications, making it suitable only for very specific retro computing projects or as a replacement part for vintage machines. The IDE interface connects via a wide ribbon cable, and power is supplied through a standard 4-pin Molex connector. Given its age and specifications, the Seagate 958002-717-1 is a highly specialized component. Its primary value lies in its ability to restore functionality to antique computer systems that were originally equipped with such drives. It is not suitable for any contemporary computing tasks and serves a niche market of collectors and enthusiasts of vintage technology.