Name: 00P3829 IBM 18GB 10000RPM Ultra 320 SCSI 3.5 8MB Cache Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 00P3829
Price: 414.39 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 18GB 10000RPM Ultra 320 SCSI hard drive delivers fast data access with a combination of high spindle speed and a stable SCSI interface. It fits into 3.5-inch drive bays, often serving in server or workstation environments that need consistent performance. This drive strikes a balance between capacity and speed, making it suitable for tasks requiring reliable, quick access to stored data.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	00P3829

Technical Information
Capacity	18GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Ultra320 SCSI (SCSI-3)
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers,Workstations

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in (26.1 mm)
Width	4.00 in (101.6 mm)
Depth	5.79 in (147 mm)
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.79 in (26.1 x 101.6 x 147 mm)
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This IBM 18GB hard drive is built for environments that demand fast and consistent data access. It’s commonly used in servers and workstations where storage performance impacts the overall system speed. Professionals managing databases and applications benefit from its quick spindle speed and efficient SCSI interface, which helps maintain system responsiveness under load. Key Features High rotational speed that cuts down on latency Robust Ultra 320 SCSI interface for stable connectivity Cache memory optimizes data throughput during operations Compact 3.5-inch form factor fits standard server bays Designed to handle intensive read/write cycles with durability You’ll often find this hard drive deployed in enterprise setups where reliable performance is critical. It helps keep data flowing smoothly in multi-user systems, reducing bottlenecks and maintaining uptime. Its balance of capacity and speed makes it a solid choice for legacy systems that require dependable storage.

Use Cases
The IBM 18GB 10000RPM Ultra 320 SCSI hard drive is commonly deployed in enterprise server and workstation environments where rapid data retrieval and consistent throughput are critical. IT teams managing legacy storage arrays or virtualization hosts benefit from its compatibility and performance balance in space-constrained 3.5-inch bays. How It's Used: Supporting small to medium business (SMB) server applications with moderate storage capacity and high I/O demands. Providing cache-optimized storage for virtualization hosts requiring quick access to frequently used data sets. Integration into legacy Ultra 320 SCSI storage clusters where maintaining existing infrastructure compatibility is essential. Deployment in rack-mounted servers for database workloads with frequent random read/write operations. Utilization in remote office server setups that demand reliable performance without extensive hardware upgrades. This drive enhances operational efficiency by delivering fast spindle speeds and a robust interface, enabling workloads to maintain performance under sustained access patterns. Its form factor and cache size support scalable storage configurations in environments prioritizing reliability and speed over maximum capacity.