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Silver rectangular 2.5 inch laptop hard drive bare unit

IBM

IBM 00K0396 2.1GB 4200RPM 2.5" laptop hard drive

SKU CH-76QH-P3171

2.1 GB, 4200 RPM 2.5 inch IDE internal laptop hard drive supplied as a new bare drive

  • NAND Flash Memory Type1
  • RPM4200 RPM
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • 1 GB capacity stores essential files
  • 4200 RPM spindle delivers steady read performance
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard laptop bays
  • IDE interface connects to legacy notebook controllers
  • New condition provides a fresh drive for replacement or upgrade

IBM 00K0396 2.1GB laptop drive

This IBM 00K0396 is a 2.1GB internal hard drive built for laptop bays. It spins at 4200 RPM and uses a 2.5 inch form factor. The unit arrives new as a bare drive without retail packaging.

Suits legacy laptop repairs

Technicians restoring vintage notebooks that require a 2.5 inch IDE drive with a 2.1GB capacity will find this part matches the original specification. Buyers who need more storage capacity must look elsewhere.

2.1GB capacity decides fit

The single specification that determines compatibility is the 2.1GB capacity. Verify that the target system BIOS and operating system recognise this exact size before purchase.

Highlights

  • 1 GB capacity stores essential files
  • 4200 RPM spindle delivers steady read performance
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard laptop bays
  • IDE interface connects to legacy notebook controllers
  • New condition provides a fresh drive for replacement or upgrade

Specifications

NAND Flash Memory Type1
RPM4200 RPM
Form Factor2.5"

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the 2.1GB 4200RPM drive is working after installing it in my laptop?

The BIOS should detect the drive as an IBM 00K0396 with a 2.1GB capacity and the operating system must format the partition without reporting bad sectors.

What comes in the box with this 2.5" IDE bare drive and what must I source separately?

Only the bare drive is supplied; you will need a 44-pin IDE cable or adapter, mounting screws and a 2.5" drive bay or caddy for your specific laptop model.

Which capacity version of the IBM 00K0396 should I choose for a legacy laptop upgrade?

This listing is the single 2.1GB 4200RPM version; choose it only if your laptop BIOS supports drives of this exact size and interface.

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