Apple II External Floppy Disk Unit – Big Floppies | Made in Ireland

Offered here is an Apple II external floppy disk drive — a classic peripheral from the early days of the Apple II series. This unit uses the larger 5.25-inch “big floppies” and represents a tangible piece of vintage computing history.

A Piece of Apple History
This external floppy disk drive takes us back to the early days of personal computing. Introduced around 1978–1980 for the original Apple II, the Disk II was a revolutionary accessory that transformed how users stored and accessed software, games, and data.

At a time when floppy disks were just gaining popularity, this drive brought reliable mass storage to homes and schools, enabling the Apple II to become a true powerhouse for education, creativity, and innovation.

Your unit, Made in Ireland, represents the European production of these iconic drives. For collectors, historians, and vintage computing enthusiasts, this is more than just hardware — it’s a tangible link to the pioneering era of personal computing.

Item Details
Model: Apple II External Floppy Disk Drive
Made in Ireland

Important Notes
>> This item is sold as non-working / untested.

Buyers without repair skills should only purchase this item for display purposes. Apple Disk Interface card is included (NOT TESTED!).

Collector’s & Display Value
Even though the unit is untested, it remains a rare and highly collectible Apple II accessory. Its provenance from a Dutch educational institution makes it a unique piece for display or for restoration by experienced enthusiasts.

Perfect for Apple collectors, retro computing enthusiasts, or anyone looking to add a piece of computing history to their collection this holiday season.

Final words
This is a quality vintage device, so I'm not in a hurry to sell. Please make reasonable offers only. I will respond to serious buyers; unrealistic offers and time-wasters will be ignored.