{"product_id":"original-hdd-for-ipod-video-classic","title":"Original HDD – For iPod Video \/ Classic","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a budget-friendly way to repair an old iPod or test a project build? This clearance listing offers original, genuine replacement hard disk drives (HDD) for various iPod models at a heavily discounted price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These drives were all fully functional and booting when removed from their donor iPods. However, because we do not have the time to run individual diagnostic sector scans on every single drive, the exact number of reallocated sectors or bad sectors is unverified. They are priced super cheaply to reflect this, making them the ultimate budget builder's choice!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Genuine original factory hard drives sourced directly from official donor devices\u003cbr\u003e• Confirmed working when pulled: Drives were functional and booting prior to removal\u003cbr\u003e• Heavily discounted clearance stock: Sold as-is with unverified sector health for the lowest possible price\u003cbr\u003e• Multi-capacity listing: Choose your storage size from the drop-down menu\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for budget hobbyist builds, repair testing, or temporary stock restorations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Thickness Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Apple used different physical drive thicknesses and firmware constraints, please match your model carefully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eiPod Video 5th \/ 5.5 Gen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30GB (Thin Casing) | 60GB \u0026amp; 80GB (Thick Casing)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eiPod Classic 6th Gen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80GB (Thin Casing) | 160GB Thick (Thick Casing - Model MB145\/MB150)\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eiPod Classic 7th Gen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120GB (Thin Casing) | 160GB Thin (Thin Casing - Late 2009 Model MC293\/MC297)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The 160GB \"Thin\" drive from the 7G will not properly initialise on a 6G logic board due to Apple's firmware limitations (it will lock at 128GB).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Used \/ Working Pull \/ Clearance\u003cbr\u003e• Salvaged from working donor units. May show cosmetic wear or dust. Internal SMART health data\/sector health is unverified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 1x Original iPod Replacement Hard Drive (Capacity chosen via drop-down)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy This?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The cheapest way to source a booting, original iPod hard drive online\u003cbr\u003e• Perfect for testing whether a dead iPod logic board functions before investing in expensive flash mods\u003cbr\u003e• Great for budget-conscious builders who want a functional mechanical drive without paying premium tested prices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #cc3333; background-color: #fff2f2; padding: 15px; margin: 15px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #cc3333;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Health Disclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eWhile these drives are guaranteed to boot and function, we cannot guarantee specific health percentages, sector counts, or long-term reliability. If you need a drive with guaranteed zero reallocated sectors, this clearance listing may not be for you. Please purchase with the understanding that the internal sector health is a clearance gamble!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Replacing the hard drive requires carefully opening the iPod casing and lifting the delicate ZIF ribbon cable flip-lock\u003cbr\u003e• We highly recommend reusing your original rubber side bumpers to ensure the drive sits securely without vibrating against the housing\u003cbr\u003e• Proper opening tools and patience are highly recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Fast dispatch within one working day\u003cbr\u003e• Securely packaged for safe transit\u003cbr\u003e• UK domestic delivery\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retro Refresh","offers":[{"title":"30GB Thin MK3008GAL","offer_id":58035854967116,"sku":"IPOD-HDD-MK3008GAL","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"160GB Thin MK1634GAL","offer_id":58035854999884,"sku":"IPOD-HDD-MK1634GAL","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/6762\/1452\/files\/ipod-stock-hdd.png?v=1783619647","url":"https:\/\/retro-refresh.com\/products\/original-hdd-for-ipod-video-classic","provider":"Retro Refresh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}