Hitachi DK223A-81 Hard Disk Drive
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About this product
The Hitachi DK223A-81 is an 810MB internal hard disk drive with a 2.5-inch form factor, featuring an IDE / ATA-2 interface. Designed for PCs, this silver drive offers extremely limited storage capacity, making it suitable only for very old computer systems, collectors, or specific industrial applications that require minimal storage and an older interface standard.
Our take
This Hitachi DK223A-81 is definitely a relic. With only 810MB of storage, it's almost certainly for a collector or someone needing to repair an ancient PC. The 2.5-inch form factor and IDE / ATA-2 interface confirm its vintage status. It's not a drive you'd ever consider for modern computing, but for a specific niche of retro builds or to complete a vintage system, it could be exactly what's required. Just be mindful of its extremely limited capacity and outdated interface.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 2.5-inch compact form factor
- IDE / ATA-2 interface for vintage PCs
Cons
- Extremely small 810MB capacity
- IDE / ATA-2 interface is obsolete
Specifications
- Brand Hitachi
- Form Factor 2.5 in
- Compatible With PC
- Type Internal Desktop Drive
- Unit Type Unit
- Color Silver
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- MPN
- DK223A-81
- Storage Capacity
- 810MB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Interface
- IDE / ATA‑2
