IBM 02K3426 6.4GB 3.5 IDE Hard Drive - Maxtor 90644D3
Bottom line: The IBM 02K3426 6.4GB 3.5 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
- ✓ Capacity of 6.4 GB
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
IBM 02K3426 6.4GB IDE HDD - PC300GL
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored IBM 02K3426 6.4GB 3.5 IDE Hard Drive using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the drives & media category. IBM'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
- Capacity of 6.4 GB
- 3.5-inch hard drive
Full Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Model Number | 02K3426 |
| Mfr Part Number | 02K3426 |
| 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 | eSATA |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 6000 GB |
| Specific Uses For Product | Personal |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 rpm |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 2 MB |
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IBM 02K3426 6.4GB 3.5 IDE Hard Drive - Maxtor 90644D3 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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