Vintage Iomega Ditto Easy 800 External Tape Backup Drive (Model 1080-PX3) from circa 1995/1996.

This unit is an excellent cosmetic addition for retro-computing collectors, prop designers, or hardware hobbyists looking for a restoration project. It includes the original attached grey DB25 parallel data cable with the classic printer pass-through port on the rear enclosure.

Technical Specs & Metadata for Enthusiasts:

• Model Number: 1080-PX3 / DDX1080PX2

• Interface: DB25 Parallel Port / LPT

• Power Specifications (Per Rear Label): 18V AC ~, 1.5A, 50-60 Hz

• Native Media Compatibility: QIC-Wide (Quarter-Inch Cartridge), Travan format tape cartridges (TR-1 / Ditto 800MB compressed tapes)

• Form Factor: External portable tape system (Brown/Maroon enclosure)

• Legacy Compatibility: Designed for DOS 6.0+, Windows 3.1, and Windows 95 environments via legacy Iomega Ditto Tools software.

Condition Disclaimer (Please Read Before offerding):

• Untested / As-Is: This item is being sold strictly for Parts, Repair, or Nostalgic Display because I do not have a legacy PC with an active parallel port or the proprietary 18VAC power supply required to test it.

• Cosmetics: The drive housing is structurally intact with no major cracks. The serial number label is perfectly legible on the casing. It shows light shelf wear, scuffs, and minor dust typical for a 30-year-old piece of computing history. The parallel cord is free of visible wire fraying or pinning defects.

• What's Included: You will receive the exact Iomega Ditto Easy 800 external drive unit and attached parallel data cable shown in the photos. No AC power adapter, software installation disks, or tape media cartridges are included.

Ships securely packaged via tracked shipping to ensure it arrives exactly as pictured. Perfect for vintage tech archival, parts cannibalization, or a restoration workbench!