Hardware Detail

Item Reference:
HW0762    
Machine Type:
0662
Serial Number:
  IBM 0662 Spitfire Disk Drive
  Developed in Rochester, Mn, the Spitfire was the first 1GB hard disk in a 3.1/2" x 1" high package using magneto resistive heads. It has three platters, with 5 surfaces for data and one for servo feedback.

Spitfire was used in the IBM 9336 Storage Subsystem and 9337 Disk Array sub-system. It was also widely sold in the OEM marketplace, winning several awards for innovation.
Date of Origin:
1993
Donor:

0662

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Location:
On Display - Corridor Commissioned By: Museum Until:

 

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