Name: BF0188B25A HP 18.2GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: BF0188B25A
Price: 320.70 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 18.2GB SCSI 15000RPM 3.5-Inch Hard Drive is a dependable storage solution designed for servers and workstations needing quick data access. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and leverages a high spindle speed combined with a SCSI interface to maintain smooth and efficient operation in demanding environments.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	BF0188B25A

Technical Information
Capacity	18.4GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	SCSI
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This HP 18.2GB SCSI hard drive is built for environments requiring reliable and speedy data access. It’s commonly used in servers and high-performance workstations where data throughput and quick retrieval are essential. Engineered for IT professionals and system administrators, this drive offers a balance of capacity and speed, fitting seamlessly into setups that demand consistent performance. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency for faster data reads and writes SCSI interface provides robust connectivity in enterprise systems Compact 3.5-inch size compatible with most server racks Reliable build quality suited for continuous operation Moderate capacity ideal for boot drives or application storage You’ll often find this drive deployed in data centers or professional workstations where space and speed matter. It plays a crucial role in maintaining system responsiveness without sacrificing reliability.

Use Cases
The BF0188B25A HP 18.2GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-Inch Hard Drive is primarily used in enterprise server and workstation environments where rapid data access and reliable storage are critical. Organizations with storage clusters or legacy SCSI-based infrastructure benefit from its high spindle speed and robust interface, ensuring smooth operation under demanding workloads. How It's Used: Deployed in data center rack servers handling transactional databases requiring low latency access. Integrated into virtualization hosts supporting multiple virtual machines with I/O intensive operations. Utilized by SMB IT departments for on-premises backup servers that demand consistent performance. Installed in legacy enterprise storage arrays maintaining critical archival or compliance data. Employed in edge computing nodes where high-speed local data processing is necessary. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering predictable performance in high-demand environments. Its compatibility with standard 3.5-inch bays and high rotational speed help maintain scalability and responsiveness in both existing and evolving IT infrastructures.

BF0188B25A HP 18.2GB 15K RPM SCSI 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

Use Cases