Western Digital Caviar 540MB IDE Hard Drive Upgrade Kit AC2540RTL Vintage PC NEW
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About this product
This is a new, vintage Western Digital Caviar 540MB IDE Hard Drive Upgrade Kit, model AC2540RTL. Designed for vintage PC systems, this 3.5-inch internal desktop drive offers a modest 540MB storage capacity and operates at a 4500 RPM rotation speed. It connects via an IDE interface and includes a temperature sensor feature. The product comes with a 3-year manufacturer warranty, suitable for enthusiasts looking to restore or maintain older computer hardware.
Our take
For anyone restoring a vintage PC, this Western Digital Caviar IDE drive is a genuine find. Its 540MB capacity and IDE interface are perfectly suited for period-accurate builds, and the 'NEW' condition is a significant bonus for durability. The 4500 RPM speed is typical for drives of this era, and the inclusion of a temperature sensor is a nice touch. While the price might seem steep for such a small capacity, it reflects the rarity and niche appeal for collectors or enthusiasts who need authentic, unused components for their retro computing projects. The 3-year warranty is also impressive for a vintage item.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Authentic vintage IDE drive
- New condition for reliability
- 3-year manufacturer warranty
- Includes temperature sensor
- 540MB capacity for retro builds
Cons
- Very low 540MB storage capacity
- IDE interface for older PCs only
- 4500 RPM is a slow rotation speed
Specifications
- Compatible With PC
- Color Black
- Rotation Speed 4500 RPM
- Brand Western Digital
- Form Factor 3.5 in
- Type Internal Desktop Drive
Show all 16 specifications
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 3 Years
- Model
- AC2540RTL
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- Temperature Sensor
- Storage Capacity
- 540 MB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Interface
- IDE
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
