Toshiba XM-5701B 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive front view Toshiba XM-5701B 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive front view
Toshiba XM-5701B 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive front view Toshiba XM-5701B 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive front view
Toshiba XM-5701B top view Toshiba XM-5701B top view
Toshiba XM-5701B 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive front view
Toshiba XM-5701B 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive front view
Toshiba XM-5701B top view

Toshiba

Toshiba XM-5701B – 12x CD-ROM Drive | SCSI 50-Pin | 1,800 KB/s | 5.25" Half-Height | Internal

$199.95

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The XM-5701B is a 12x SCSI CD-ROM drive featuring 1,800 KB/s data transfer rate, 256KB buffer, and 200ms seek time in a 5.25" half-height form factor. Built for mid-1990s server and workstation systems, it is ideal for legacy system restoration, vintage computing projects, and enterprise server deployments. Compatible with SCSI controllers supporting Fast SCSI protocol and systems requiring 50-pin SCSI connectivity. Engineered for continuous operation with robust mechanical construction typical of professional-grade optical drives from the era.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Toshiba
  • Model: XM-5701B
  • Interface: SCSI 50-Pin
  • Read Speed: 12x (1,800 KB/s)
  • Buffer Size: 256KB
  • Form Factor: 5.25" Half-Height
  • Seek Time: 200ms
  • Media Support: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW
  • Height: 1.7"
  • Weight: 1.98 lbs
  • Drive Type: Internal CD-ROM
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • 12x CD-ROM read speed with 1,800 KB/s sustained transfer rate
  • SCSI 50-pin interface for legacy server and workstation compatibility
  • 5.25" half-height design fits standard drive bays
  • Multi-format support: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW media
  • 256KB onboard buffer for smooth data streaming
  • 200ms average seek time for responsive performance
  • Professional-grade construction for continuous operation
  • Compatible with Fast SCSI controllers and systems
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with systems featuring SCSI controllers, legacy servers, workstations, and vintage PCs with 50-pin SCSI support. Not compatible with modern SATA/IDE systems without appropriate SCSI host adapter.
Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

12x SCSI 1,800 KB/s Half-Height Factory Sealed

Why the XM-5701B is the right legacy CD-ROM drive

The Toshiba XM-5701B represents the pinnacle of mid-1990s CD-ROM technology, delivering reliable 12x performance through its SCSI interface. This half-height drive was engineered for professional applications requiring consistent optical media access in server and workstation environments. Its robust construction and Fast SCSI connectivity make it the ideal choice for legacy system restoration and vintage computing projects.

Fast SCSI Interface Performance

50-pin SCSI connectivity delivers reliable 1,800 KB/s sustained transfer rates. Perfect for legacy systems requiring professional-grade optical storage performance.

Professional Half-Height Design

5.25" half-height form factor fits standard drive bays in servers and workstations. Compact design maximizes system space utilization while maintaining full functionality.

Multi-Format Media Compatibility

Supports CD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW media formats for maximum versatility. Essential for reading various disc types in legacy computing environments.

Vintage System Integration

Designed for mid-1990s servers and workstations with SCSI controllers. Ideal for system restoration, legacy software installation, and vintage computing projects.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for SCSI, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is a SCSI hard drive?

A SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) hard drive is a legacy enterprise storage device that connects using parallel ribbon cables. SCSI was widely used in servers, workstations, and storage arrays before newer technologies like SAS and SATA became standard.
2. What systems are SCSI hard drives compatible with?

SCSI drives are designed for older servers, RAID controllers, and storage arrays that have SCSI interfaces. They are commonly used today to maintain or repair legacy IT infrastructure.
3. What’s the difference between SCSI and SAS?

SCSI uses parallel communication and bulky ribbon cables, with speeds up to 320 MB/s. SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is the modern successor, offering serial communication, smaller connectors, dual-port redundancy, and speeds up to 24 Gb/s.
4. Can SCSI hard drives still be used in modern systems?

Most modern computers don’t have SCSI ports. To use a SCSI drive, you’ll need a compatible SCSI controller card or an external enclosure designed for parallel SCSI.
5. What capacities are available for SCSI hard drives?

SCSI hard drives were typically available in capacities ranging from a few gigabytes to several hundred gigabytes. Larger capacities are rare compared to modern SATA and SAS drives.
6. Are SCSI hard drives hot-swappable?

Yes, many SCSI drives used in enterprise servers were hot-swappable when paired with a compatible RAID backplane or enclosure. This allowed replacement without shutting down the system.
7. Why are SCSI hard drives still used today?

SCSI hard drives remain important for maintaining legacy servers, specialized equipment, and industrial systems where upgrading to newer storage technologies isn’t possible or practical.