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76H4898 IBM 4.3GB 7200RPM Fast Wide SCSI 80-Pin 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

SKU:
76H4898
Weight: 1.76 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 4.3GB storage capacity for reliable data handling
  • 7200RPM spindle speed ensuring swift data access
  • Fast Wide SCSI interface with 80-pin connector for high throughput
  • 512KB cache supporting efficient data transfer
In stock

$188.82

Product Overview

The IBM Ultrastar XP 4.3GB hard drive is a dependable storage device designed for legacy systems using Fast Wide SCSI connections. It fits standard 3.5-inch bays and delivers consistent performance with its 7200RPM speed and 512KB cache, making it a solid choice for maintaining older servers and workstations.

General Information

Brand IBM
Part Number 76H4898

Technical Information

Capacity 4.3GB
Form Factor 3.5-inch
Cache 512KB
Spindle Speed 7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable Yes
Hot Swappable Yes
Hybrid Drive No

Interfaces/Ports

Interface SCSI-2

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 1.76


Product Description

This IBM Ultrastar XP hard drive offers 4.3GB of storage space, making it suitable for systems requiring dependable performance and moderate capacity. It's often found in legacy servers and workstations that use Fast Wide SCSI connections for improved data transfer speeds.

Built for environments where data integrity and consistent performance are essential, this 3.5-inch drive is a preferred choice among IT professionals maintaining or upgrading older hardware setups. Its 512KB cache helps reduce latency during read and write operations.

Key Features

  • Fast Wide SCSI interface with 80-pin connector improves compatibility with older enterprise systems
  • 7200RPM spindle speed balances performance and reliability in storage access
  • 512KB cache memory enhances data throughput and reduces system bottlenecks
  • Compact 3.5-inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • Durable design built for continuous operation in server environments

This hard drive is typically deployed in older data centers or specialized industrial systems where legacy hardware remains in use. It serves well in handling transactional and archival data without needing modern SSD speeds.

Its role in such settings is vital for maintaining system stability and ensuring legacy applications continue to function without interruption.


Use Cases

The IBM Ultrastar XP 4.3GB hard drive is tailored for legacy IT infrastructure that relies on Fast Wide SCSI interfaces, commonly found in older enterprise servers and workstations. It serves environments where maintaining compatibility with existing hardware is critical, particularly in data centers and specialized computing applications.

How It's Used:

  • Supporting legacy server arrays in enterprise data centers requiring stable and consistent storage performance.
  • Enabling archival data storage in SMB networks where older Fast Wide SCSI equipment remains operational.
  • Serving as a replacement drive for industrial workstations used in manufacturing and engineering environments.
  • Facilitating data migration and backup processes in virtualization environments still utilizing legacy SCSI infrastructure.
  • Deployments in remote offices with established SCSI-based storage frameworks needing reliable hardware support.

This drive enhances operational reliability by fitting seamlessly into existing SCSI storage clusters while providing dependable throughput and cache efficiency. It ensures continuity in environments where upgrading to newer interfaces is impractical, sustaining performance without disrupting workflows.


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76H4898 IBM 4.3GB 7200RPM Fast Wide SCSI 80-Pin 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
76H4898 IBM 4.3GB 7200RPM Fast Wide SCSI 80-Pin 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
$188.82