5.25-inch Floppy Disk Data Transfer

We transfer your 5.25-inch floppy disks to accessible files on a USB or External Hard Drive.

Introduced by Shugart Associates as a practical improvement over its 8” predecessor, the 5 1/4" Floppy Disk became the standard bearer for consumer data storage and delivery through the mid-to-late 70s. Functionally similar to the 8", the format’s build was composed of a paper-thin, magnetic disk, housed in a “floppy” plastic casing. A fabric liner, between the casing and the storage medium would act as a buffer, reducing friction, while removing dust particles from the disk surface. Initially with a 98.5kb storage capacity, later iterations would see an incremental increase alongside the advent of double-sided disk drives.

As a primary platform for operating system and word processor dependency, the 5 1/4" retained it’s relevance throughout the early 80s until it was replaced by a physically smaller, but larger capacity successor: the 3.5" Floppy.


PRICING FAQ



5.25-inch floppy disk data transfer



floppy to file
$22/disk
 
PC, Mac & Amiga formatted disks

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


How much does it cost?

  • For ALL FORMATS OF DATA we charge a fixed-per unit price.
  • The $/unit rate is specific to the format of DATA; for detailed pricing for all services please see our PRICING
What is the process for transferring data?

  • The data device (ie., disk, card, tape) is physically inspected for any mechanical or age related issues before processing.
  • PLEASE NOTE we have the facility to handle and remediate such issues accordingly.
  • The files are subsequently transferred off the data device and then we perform a series of functions to ensure ALL the data was captured with no corruption.
How is it organized?

  • We physically label ALL individual data devices with your unique Order#_Code (ie., 60561_X).
  • We create a unique digital file folder reflecting the different format types received (ie., 3.5 Floopy, 5.25 Floppy, Memory Card).
  • The digital files associated with the physical data device will be named the same (ie., 60561_3.5 Floppy_1) and saved to it's associated file folder.
How long does it take?

  • Standard turnaround times for most retail client orders are 2 - 3 weeks, depending on the order size and parameters.
  • Rush service is available and generally provides for either:
    1 week turnaround for the rush fee of $40 for orders up to $100 and 40% of the order value for orders over $100.
    or
    2 week turnaround for the rush fee of $25 for orders up to $100 and 25% of the order value for orders over $100.
Where is the work done?

  • All transfer services are performed in-house at our 10,000 sq/ft production facility located in Etobicoke LOCATIONS
  • No 3rd parties, No risks.
What / How do I get back?

  • 1. A unique digital file folder containing the contents of each individual data device provided.
  • ALL the originally provided media is returned.
  • You have the option for the digital files to be returned via:
  • a USB or External Hard Drive that YOU provide at either drop-off or pick-up.
  • a USB or External Hard Drive that WE provide commensurate with your project requirements.
  • our Cloud Service.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


How much does it cost?

  • For ALL FORMATS OF DATA we charge a fixed-per unit price.
  • The $/unit rate is specific to the format of DATA; for detailed pricing for all services please see our PRICING
What is the process for transferring data?

  • The data device (ie., disk, card, tape) is physically inspected for any mechanical or age related issues before processing.
  • PLEASE NOTE we have the facility to handle and remediate such issues accordingly.
  • The files are subsequently transferred off the data device and then we perform a series of functions to ensure ALL the data was captured with no corruption.
How is it organized?

  • We physically label ALL individual data devices with your unique Order#_Code (ie., 60561_X).
  • We create a unique digital file folder reflecting the different format types received (ie., 3.5 Floopy, 5.25 Floppy, Memory Card).
  • The digital files associated with the physical data device will be named the same (ie., 60561_3.5 Floppy_1) and saved to it's associated file folder.
How long does it take?

  • Standard turnaround times for most retail client orders are 2 - 3 weeks, depending on the order size and parameters.
  • Rush service is available and generally provides for either:
    1 week turnaround for the rush fee of $40 for orders up to $100 and 40% of the order value for orders over $100.
    or
    2 week turnaround for the rush fee of $25 for orders up to $100 and 25% of the order value for orders over $100.
Where is the work done?

  • All transfer services are performed in-house at our 10,000 sq/ft production facility located in Etobicoke LOCATIONS
  • No 3rd parties, No risks.
What / How do I get back?

  • 1. A unique digital file folder containing the contents of each individual data device provided.
  • ALL the originally provided media is returned.
  • You have the option for the digital files to be returned via:
  • a USB or External Hard Drive that YOU provide at either drop-off or pick-up.
  • a USB or External Hard Drive that WE provide commensurate with your project requirements.
  • our Cloud Service.

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Any Questions?

Call: 416 479 0903
Toll free: 1 866 559 1163
E-mail: info@digitaltreasury.ca
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USB / hard drive / the Cloud
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415 Horner Ave. #8
Toronto, ON, M8W 4W3
416 479 0903

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265 Rimrock Rd. #2A
Toronto, ON, M3J 3C6
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