Seagate ST251 40MB MFM/RLL 5.25-Inch Half Height Hard Drive HDD

Seagate ST251 40MB MFM/RLL 5.25-Inch Half Height Hard Drive HDD
Seagate ST251 40MB MFM/RLL 5.25-Inch Half Height Hard Drive HDD
The Seagate ST251 is a classic 40MB MFM/RLL 5.25-inch half height hard drive that delivers reliable storage for legacy systems and retro computing projects. Designed for durability and ease of integration, this drive offers a proven solution for envi... Read More
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$134.95

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  • In Stock: 6
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model or Part: ST251
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 2.00lb
  • Dimensions: 6.00in x 8.00in x 4.00in
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Item Condition

New - Sealed or Open Box Condition
Excellent - Almost-New, Missing Original Packaging
Refurbished - Seller Refurbished, Good Condition, Previously Used Item

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Overview
The Seagate ST251 is a classic 40MB MFM/RLL 5.25-inch half height hard drive that delivers reliable storage for legacy systems and retro computing projects. Designed for durability and ease of integration, this drive offers a proven solution for environments that still rely on the MFM or RLL interface standards.

Key Features

  • 40 megabytes of magnetic storage capacity
  • Compatible with MFM and RLL encoding formats
  • 5.25-inch half height form factor for easy installation in older chassis
  • Robust sealed enclosure protects the platters from dust and contaminants
  • Standard 34-pin ribbon cable connection simplifies wiring
  • Low power consumption suitable for vintage hardware

Technical Specifications

  • Model / Part Number: ST251
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Capacity: 40 MB
  • Interface: MFM / RLL
  • Form Factor: 5.25 inch half height
  • Average Seek Time: approx 30 ms
  • Spin Speed: 3600 rpm
  • Data Transfer Rate: up to 2.5 MB per second
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
  • Power Requirements: 5 V and 12 V DC

Typical Applications

  • Restoration of vintage PCs and workstations
  • Industrial control systems that still use MFM/RLL drives
  • Data recovery projects for legacy media
  • Educational displays of early hard drive technology
  • Embedded systems that require a compact, low power storage solution

Whether you are preserving a piece of computing history or need a dependable storage device for a specialized legacy system, the Seagate ST251 offers the capacity, compatibility, and durability required to keep older technology running smoothly.