Brand: IBM/Lenovo · SKU: 05K8990 · MPN: 05K8990 · Category: Components
This is an IBM 1.44MB external floppy drive that connects via USB 3.0, allowing access to classic 3.5-inch floppy disks on modern computers. It is commonly used to read or transfer data from legacy storage media where internal floppy drives are no longer available. It features plug-and-play operation for easy connectivity and is compact and lightweight for portable use. It is listed under IBM/Lenovo part numbers and is sometimes associated with older ThinkPad systems as an FRU (Field Replaceable Unit).
| Type | External Floppy Drive (FDD) |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1.44MB |
| Disk Size | 3.50 inch |
| Interface | USB 3.0 |
| FRU/Part Number | 05K8990, 05K8989, 12J1711 |
| Warranty | Varies by seller; often sold as refurbished or new old stock. |
| Weight | 224 g (0.51 lb) - *Note: This weight is for a Lenovo ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ultra Dock, an unrelated item found in search, use with caution.* |
| Dimensions | N/A - *Note: Dimensions for a Lenovo ThinkPad USB 3.0 Ultra Dock were found (Approx. 32 mm x 150 mm x 80 mm), not the floppy drive itself.* |
The IBM 05K8990 is an external 1.44MB USB floppy disk drive designed to provide backward compatibility for reading and transferring data from legacy 3.5-inch floppy disks onto modern systems lacking internal FDD capability. It connects via a USB interface for simple plug-and-play usage.
Yes, this IBM 1.44MB USB 3.50 External Floppy Drive (05K8990) is 100% genuine IBM/Lenovo hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This IBM 1.44MB USB 3.50 External Floppy Drive includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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