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MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H is manufactured by Maxtor. See all Maxtor products on SpecPicks via the brand page.

How is the MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H shipped and returned?

MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H is sold through Amazon. Amazon Prime members generally receive free 1-2 day shipping; non-Prime orders are subject to Amazon's standard shipping rates. Full returns policy applies per Amazon Associate terms.

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MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H

Name: MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H
Brand: Maxtor
SKU: B000YHB2AG
Price: 89.95 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-07

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Bottom line: The MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the drives & media category, priced around $89.95. Compare close alternatives before committing.

40GB 5400 AT-IDE HARD DRIVE 3.5 3H; Part Number: 2F040L0; Category: Computer; Subcategory: Hard Drive

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored MAXTOR 2F040L0 40GB 5400 AT-IDE Hard Drive 3.5 3H using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis 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. Mixed or limited buyer feedback at this price point — focus your evaluation on recent reviews that specifically address build quality and long-term reliability, and shortlist one or two close alternatives before deciding.

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 Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 40GB 5400 AT-IDE HARD DRIVE 3.5 3H
✓ Backed by Maxtor's warranty and support channels
✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

40GB 5400 AT-IDE HARD DRIVE 3.5 3H
Hard Drive
Computer

Full Specifications

Brand	Maxtor
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Model Number	2F040L0
Hard Disk Size	40 GB
Hard-Drive Size	40 GB
Mfr Part Number	2F040L0
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	Portable
Installation Type	Internal Hard Drive
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Additional Features	Portable
Hard Disk Interface	IDE
Hard Disk Description	Ide
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 inches
Hardware Connectivity	IDE
Connectivity Technology	USB
Digital Storage Capacity	40 GB
Specific Uses For Product	Personal
Hard Disk Rotational Speed	5400 rpm
Cache Memory Installed Size	2 MB

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-04-19. Price and availability subject to change.