Name: BD0096398B Compaq 18GB 15000 RPM Ultra160 SCSI 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: Compaq
SKU: BD0096398B
Price: 305.38 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The Compaq 18GB Ultra-160 SCSI 15000 3.5" 8MB Hard Drive is designed to fit into legacy enterprise systems requiring compact, fast storage. It balances capacity with speed, making it practical for server environments where rapid data access is essential. This drive slots into standard 3.5-inch bays and uses the Ultra-160 SCSI interface, a common choice for reliable data transfer in older equipment. Its robust build and cache size support smooth performance for a variety of professional workloads.

General Information
Brand	Compaq
Part Number	BD0096398B

Technical Information
Capacity	18GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Enterprise
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Compaq 18GB Ultra-160 SCSI hard drive provides reliable, fast storage tailored for enterprise servers and high-performance workstations. Built for environments that demand quick access to data, it uses the Ultra-160 SCSI interface to ensure efficient data transfer rates. Often found in legacy server setups and data centers, this drive serves IT professionals and system administrators who need dependable storage solutions with consistent throughput. It's well-suited for handling transactional databases, file servers, and applications requiring sustained I/O performance. Key Features Offers a spindle speed of 15,000 RPM for reduced latency. Equipped with an 8MB cache to smooth data flow and improve responsiveness. Supports Ultra-160 SCSI interface providing up to 160 MB/s transfer rate. Designed with a 3.5-inch form factor for standard server bays. Delivers durable performance in multi-user or heavy workload environments. This type of hard drive is typically installed in enterprise-class servers where performance and reliability are critical. Its combination of high rotational speed and cache helps maintain steady data access even under demanding conditions. You'll often find it underpinning business applications and storage arrays that require consistent uptime and quick retrieval.

Use Cases
The Compaq 18GB Ultra-160 SCSI 15000 3.5" 8MB Hard Drive is typically deployed in legacy enterprise server environments where high-speed data access is critical. IT professionals managing older rack-mounted servers or workstations benefit from its compatibility and performance, especially when upgrading or maintaining existing storage infrastructure without complete system overhauls. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization hosts in SMB data centers requiring reliable, low-latency storage for moderate workloads. Enhancing storage arrays in enterprise IT setups that rely on Ultra-160 SCSI interfaces for legacy hardware compatibility. Providing fast local storage in remote office servers where quick data retrieval impacts operational efficiency. Utilizing high spindle speed drives in storage clusters that prioritize throughput over capacity for transactional databases. Enabling performance improvements in archival systems where frequent read/write cycles occur despite limited capacity requirements. This hard drive contributes to maintaining operational continuity in environments that depend on tried-and-true SCSI technology, delivering consistent performance and facilitating incremental scalability. Its integration into existing systems supports efficient data processing and storage without necessitating extensive infrastructure changes.