Name: 0950-3343 HP 18GB 10K RPM SCSI 160Mb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: 0950-3343
Price: 121.34 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 18GB 10000RPM SCSI 160Mb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive is a storage device designed for business-class servers. It provides a balance of capacity and speed with its 18GB storage and high spindle speed, fitting into many server setups where dependable and relatively fast data access is required.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	0950-3343

Technical Information
Capacity	18GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM,160 MB/s
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI-2

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This HP 18GB 3.5-inch hard drive is built for reliable performance in server environments. It offers fast data retrieval thanks to its 10,000 RPM spindle speed and a SCSI interface capable of transferring data at 160 Mb/s. Often found in enterprise servers and storage arrays, it helps manage moderate workloads efficiently. Commonly used in data centers and business servers, it suits IT professionals and system administrators needing dependable storage that balances speed with capacity. Its form factor and interface make it a solid choice for maintaining legacy systems or upgrading existing hardware. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency in data retrieval Compatible with a wide range of HP server models Reliable SCSI data transfer designed for enterprise use Compact 3.5-inch size fits standard server bays 18GB capacity supports essential applications and data Usually deployed in corporate data centers, this drive plays a critical role in everyday server operations. Its reliability and speed help maintain system responsiveness, making it a practical component in environments where consistent performance matters.

Use Cases
The HP 18GB 10000RPM SCSI 160Mb/s 3.5-inch Hard Drive is commonly deployed in enterprise IT environments that require reliable storage with moderate capacity and high access speeds. It is well-suited for organizations maintaining legacy server infrastructures or specialized applications where SCSI connectivity remains standard. How It's Used: Data centers utilizing rack-mounted servers that demand consistent performance for transactional databases. Small to medium-sized business networks requiring robust storage integration within existing SCSI-based hardware. Virtualization hosts where rapid spindle speed reduces latency for multiple virtual machines. Edge computing nodes processing localized workloads with constrained physical space and legacy interfaces. Backup servers that benefit from the balance of capacity and throughput during scheduled data replication. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by providing fast data access in environments reliant on SCSI technology, enabling scalable storage expansion without compromising server performance. Its compatibility with common 3.5-inch bays facilitates integration into diverse server architectures, maintaining effective workload management.

0950-3343 HP 18GB 10K RPM SCSI 160Mb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive

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