Name: AD261-60001 HP 300GB 15K Ultra-320 SCSI Hot-Pluggable 3.5-inch HDD
Brand: HP
SKU: AD261-60001
Price: 278.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 300GB 15000RPM Ultra-320 SCSI hot-pluggable hard drive is a robust storage solution tailored for enterprise use. It balances high capacity with fast spinning speed and a reliable SCSI connection, fitting neatly into standard server systems where quick data access and easy servicing are essential.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	AD261-60001

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Ultra-320 SCSI (LVD), 80-pin SCA-2
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in (26.1 mm)
Width	4.0 in (101.6 mm)
Depth	5.787 in (147 mm)
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.0 x 5.787 inches (26.1 x 101.6 x 147 mm)
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This HP 300GB hard drive delivers high-speed storage optimized for servers and enterprise systems. Built for environments needing reliable, rapid access to large datasets, it often appears in data centers and high-performance computing setups. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from its combination of capacity and fast rotational speed. Key Features High 15,000 RPM spindle speed supports quick read/write operations Ultra-320 SCSI interface maintains strong, stable connectivity for data-intensive applications Hot-swappable capability allows for drive changes without shutting down systems 80-pin LVD connector fits standard 3.5-inch drive bays Designed to handle continuous workloads in demanding server environments This drive typically resides in enterprise servers where uptime and performance are critical. Its rapid data access and hot-plug support help reduce downtime during maintenance or upgrades, making it a practical choice for busy IT infrastructures.

Use Cases
The AD261-60001 HP 300GB 15K Ultra-320 SCSI hot-pluggable hard drive is primarily utilized in enterprise data centers and mission-critical server environments. It is suited for IT professionals managing high-performance storage needs requiring reliable, fast-access drives that support seamless maintenance and scalability. How It's Used: Deployed in virtualization clusters where rapid disk I/O is essential for multiple virtual machines. Integrated into rack-mounted servers in large data centers requiring hot-swappable components for minimal downtime. Used by enterprise IT teams to support transactional databases that demand consistent high-speed read/write operations. Implemented in storage arrays within financial institutions where large volumes of data must be accessed swiftly and securely. Employed in high-availability environments where drive replacement without system interruption is critical for operational continuity. This hard drive's combination of high rotational speed and hot-pluggable design enables organizations to maintain performance levels while facilitating efficient storage upgrades or replacements. It supports scalability and reliability critical to enterprise workloads where data accessibility and system uptime are top priorities.