Name: 3R-A7348-AA HP 300GB 15K Ultra-320 SCSI 3.5-inch Hot-Pluggable Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: 3R-A7348-AA
Price: 284.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 3R-A7348-AA HP 300GB 15,000 RPM Ultra-320 SCSI hard drive is a reliable storage component designed for high-performance server environments. It fits into standard 3.5-inch bays and connects via an Ultra-320 SCSI interface, providing a balance of speed and capacity without interrupting system operations thanks to its hot-pluggable capability.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	3R-A7348-AA

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

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

Product Description
This hard drive offers a high-speed storage solution with 300GB capacity and a 15,000 RPM spindle, making it suitable for environments where quick access to data is critical. Often found in enterprise servers and storage arrays, it is built for systems requiring reliable and fast disk performance. Its Ultra-320 SCSI interface ensures efficient data transfer rates, while the hot-pluggable design allows for easy swapping without shutting down the system. IT professionals and system administrators commonly use this drive to maintain uptime and manage large volumes of data effectively. Key Features High capacity suitable for demanding storage needs Rapid spindle speed reduces data access time Ultra-320 SCSI interface supports fast and stable connections Hot-pluggable feature enables quick drive replacement Standard 3.5-inch size fits into most server bays This hard drive typically appears in data centers and enterprise-grade servers, where performance and reliability are essential. Its design supports continuous operation and easy maintenance, making it a practical choice for managing critical workloads.

Use Cases
The 3R-A7348-AA HP 300GB 15K Ultra-320 SCSI hard drive is primarily utilized in high-demand server environments where fast data access and reliability are critical. It serves enterprises and data centers requiring consistent performance under heavy workloads, especially in applications sensitive to latency and downtime. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization hosts in enterprise data centers to handle multiple virtual machines with high I/O demands. Deployment in storage arrays for SMB networks where fast transactional access to databases is necessary. Integration into SAN or NAS infrastructures to improve throughput for mixed workloads in mid-sized organizations. Utilization in rack-mounted servers within colocation facilities to maintain uptime during maintenance via hot-plug capability. Serving as primary storage drives in high-frequency trading platforms where low latency is paramount. This HP hard drive enhances operational efficiency by providing rapid data retrieval and hot-swappable flexibility, enabling scalable storage management without service interruption. Its robust design aligns with the demands of environments requiring both performance consistency and ease of maintenance.