Name: FC272 Dell 36GB 15000RPM SCSI 3.5-in Hard Drive 320MB/s
Brand: Dell
SKU: FC272
Price: 117.64 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell FC272 36GB 15000RPM SCSI hard drive is built to deliver fast and reliable storage for server environments. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and supports high transfer speeds, making it suitable for applications that require quick access to stored data without compromising stability.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	FC272

Technical Information
Capacity	36GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	HDD
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This Dell FC272 hard drive offers reliable storage with a high spindle speed aimed at enterprise environments. It’s commonly used in servers and high-performance workstations where quick data retrieval is essential. IT professionals often choose this drive to enhance system responsiveness and maintain steady data throughput. Key Features High-speed 15,000 RPM enables faster read/write cycles 320MB/s SCSI interface ensures efficient data transfers 36GB capacity suitable for database and application storage Standard 3.5-inch size for easy integration into many server chassis Designed to handle demanding workloads with consistent reliability This hard drive is typically found in data centers and enterprise servers where performance and durability are priorities. It helps maintain smooth operation for critical applications and reduces latency during heavy data processing tasks.

Use Cases
The Dell FC272 36GB 15000RPM SCSI hard drive is primarily utilized in enterprise server environments where rapid data retrieval and reliability are critical. IT administrators managing legacy systems or specialized workloads requiring high spindle speeds benefit most from this drive's performance characteristics. How It's Used: Deployed in data center rack servers to support transactional databases with frequent read/write operations. Integrated into virtualization hosts requiring consistent low-latency storage for multiple virtual machines. Used in enterprise backup servers where fast access to stored data ensures timely recovery processes. Installed in legacy SAN arrays within SMB environments maintaining critical business applications. Employed in high-performance computing clusters needing rapid scratch disk access for intermediate data processing. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering sustained high-speed access in demanding server applications, facilitating scalability within existing infrastructure. Its compatibility with standard 3.5-inch bays allows integration into diverse server platforms, maintaining performance consistency over extended workloads.

FC272 Dell 36GB 15000RPM SCSI 3.5-in Hard Drive 320MB/s

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