Name: 0F23668 Hitachi 8TB 7200RPM SATA 6.0 Gbps 3.5 128MB Cache Ultrastar Hard Drive
Brand: Hitachi
SKU: 0F23668
Price: 253.48 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (120 reviews)

Product Overview
The Hitachi Ultrastar 8TB hard drive delivers substantial storage capacity paired with a fast 7200 RPM spin speed, making it suitable for servers and high-performance desktops. It fits standard 3.5-inch drive bays and uses the SATA 6.0 Gbps interface to maintain solid data transfer speeds. Its 128MB cache helps smooth out data operations during heavy workloads, supporting consistent performance across various demanding applications.

General Information
Brand	Hitachi
Part Number	0F23668

Technical Information
Capacity	8TB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	128MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 6GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in
Width	4.00 in
Depth	5.79 in
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.79 inches
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
This Hitachi Ultrastar hard drive offers 8TB of reliable storage, designed to handle extensive data collections and high-demand applications. It's commonly used in enterprise servers, data centers, and workstation setups where consistent performance and capacity are critical. Built for IT professionals and businesses managing large datasets, this drive balances speed and stability, making it ideal for backup storage, video editing, and database management. Its SATA 6.0 Gbps interface allows it to integrate smoothly with most modern systems. Key Features Large 8TB capacity accommodates extensive files and applications 7200 RPM speed reduces wait times for data retrieval Fast SATA 6.0 Gbps interface compatible with current systems 128MB cache improves efficiency during multitasking 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server and desktop bays This hard drive often appears in environments where data reliability and speed are equally important. It’s a solid choice for users needing dependable storage with a balance of performance and capacity, especially in professional settings.

Use Cases
The Hitachi Ultrastar 8TB hard drive is ideal for environments requiring reliable, high-capacity storage with consistent performance. IT professionals managing data-intensive tasks in server rooms or high-performance desktop setups benefit from its speed and large cache, particularly when handling virtualization or data analytics workloads. How It's Used: Deployment in rack-mounted storage arrays for enterprise backup and archival solutions. Integration into virtualization hosts to support multiple VMs with heavy disk I/O demands. Use in SMB data centers requiring scalable, high-capacity storage for growing databases. Implementation in edge computing nodes where local data caching and fast retrieval are critical. Incorporation within high-performance workstations for CAD/CAM and video editing professionals. This hard drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering sustained throughput and responsiveness, enabling scalable storage infrastructure that can accommodate expanding workloads without compromising system performance.