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Maxtor DiamondMax 16 120GB UDMA/133 5400RPM 2MB IDE Hard Drive
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Maxtor DiamondMax 16 120GB UDMA/133 5400RPM 2MB IDE Hard Drive

Bottom line: The Maxtor DiamondMax 16 120GB UDMA/133 5400RPM 2MB IDE Hard Drive is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the drives & media category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ IDE interface 3.5-inch form factor Regulatory Approvals: UL CE C-Tick
  • ✓ Backed by Maxtor's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

This Maxtor DiamondMax 16 IDE hard drive offers high reliablity for your data storage needs! It features 120 GB of formatted capacity and a 5400 RPM spindle speed. Other features such as a 2MB buffer, 12.6 ms average seek time and a 5.6 ms average latency ensures quick and reliable operation!

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Maxtor DiamondMax 16 120GB UDMA/133 5400RPM 2MB IDE Hard Drive using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the drives & media category. Maxtor's drives & media lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for drives & media of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Maxtor DiamondMax 16 120 GB UDMA/133 IDE Hard Drive General Features: 120 GB formatted capacity
  • UDMA/133 5400 RPM spindle speed 2 MB buffer 12.6 ms average seek time 5.6 ms average latency
  • IDE interface 3.5-inch form factor Regulatory Approvals: UL CE C-Tick

Full Specifications

BrandMaxtor
Form Factor3.5-inch
Model Number4R120L0
Hard Disk Size120 GB
Hard-Drive Size120 GB
Mfr Part Number4R120L0
Number of Items1
Special FeaturePortable
Item Part Number4R120L0
Hardware PlatformPC
Installation TypeInternal Hard Drive
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Additional FeaturesPortable
Hard Disk InterfaceIDE
Customer Package TypeStandard Packaging
Hard Disk DescriptionIde
Hard Disk Form Factor3.5 inches
Hardware ConnectivityIDE
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Digital Storage Capacity120 GB

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