Sharp MZ-80FD Dual Disk Drive Unit

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The Sharp MZ-80FD is a dual 5.25-inch 680k floppy disk drive designed for the Sharp MZ-80 range of personal computers.

The specifications of the drive are as follow:

Memory capacity: 143K bytes/drive (286K bytes/unit)
No. of tracks: 70
No. of sectors: 16 (per track)
Working conditions: 4 to 25° C28 to 80% (relative humidity)
Rated voltage: Local Voltage 50Hz
Power consumption: 40W
Outer dimensions: 205mm(W) x 320mm(D) x 200mm(H)
Weight: 7.9 kg
Accessories:
- Power cord: 1 pc.
- Braided wire: 1 pc.
- Instruction manual: 1 copy
Option:
- Floppy interface card: MZ-80FI/O
- Disk BASIC: MZ-80FMD
- Flat cable for connection: MZ-80F15, MZ-80F05

The price of the Sharp MZ-80FD in October 1981 was £590.00.

Our model has serial number 0800682 and was kindly donated by Allan Wyatt.

Date : October 1981

Manufacturer : Sharp

This exhibit has a reference ID of CH4734. Please quote this reference ID in any communication with the Centre for Computing History.

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