Name: 10N8578 IBM 300GB 15K RPM Ultra 320 SCSI 16MB Cache 3.5-inch Hard Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 10N8578
Price: 671.78 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 10N8578 300GB Ultra 320 SCSI hard drive features a high-performance 15K RPM spindle speed, 16MB cache, and a 3.5-inch form factor, making it a solid solution for enterprise environments relying on legacy infrastructure that still demands reliable and fast data throughput.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	10N8578

Technical Information
Capacity	300GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The IBM 10N8578 is a 300GB 3.5-inch hard drive built for performance and reliability in enterprise environments. With a high-speed 15,000 RPM spindle and Ultra 320 SCSI interface, it ensures fast data retrieval and smooth operation in legacy server systems. Key Features 300GB capacity supports moderate to heavy data workloads 15K RPM delivers ultra-fast read/write performance Ultra 320 SCSI ensures compatibility with legacy infrastructure 16MB cache for improved data processing efficiency Durable 3.5-inch design suited for server and storage arrays This drive is ideal for legacy enterprise systems requiring high-speed data access, offering consistent reliability and compatibility with Ultra 320 SCSI-based infrastructures.

Use Cases
The IBM 10N8578 hard drive is designed primarily for legacy enterprise servers and storage systems that require reliable, high-speed SCSI interfaces. It is well-suited for IT environments where maintaining existing infrastructure with proven hardware is critical, such as data centers that manage legacy applications or storage arrays requiring consistent I/O performance. How It's Used: Maintaining legacy server environments in enterprise data centers that depend on Ultra 320 SCSI storage. Upgrading storage capacity for mid-tier SANs where 15K RPM performance supports transactional workloads. Supporting virtualization hosts running older server hardware with SCSI backplanes. Expanding archival systems in regulated industries that require proven, stable storage technologies. Integrating into rack-mounted storage clusters needing durable drives with consistent throughput. This hard drive enhances operational stability in legacy infrastructures by providing dependable data access speeds and cache optimization. Its compatibility with established SCSI platforms ensures ongoing scalability without requiring full system overhauls, supporting sustained performance in critical IT environments.