Name: J7948-61023 HP 40GB 5.4K 2.5-in IDE Ultra ATA/100 Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: J7948-61023
Price: 103.98 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The J7948-61023 HP 40GB 5.4K IDE Ultra ATA/100 2.5" Hard Drive offers dependable storage designed for compact systems and legacy hardware. It fits where a small physical size is needed and maintains compatibility with IDE ATA-6 standards, making it a practical choice for supporting existing setups without the need for newer interface technologies.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	J7948-61023

Technical Information
Capacity	40GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	Ultra ATA/100 (ATA-6),IDE/ATA
Spindle Speed	5400 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Notebook,Laptop

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	ATA-100

Physical Characteristics
Height	9.5 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100.2 mm
Dimensions	9.5mm x 69.85mm x 100.2mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Product Description
This 40GB hard drive is built for use in systems requiring reliable, moderate-capacity storage. It features a 2.5-inch size, making it common in laptops and compact desktop setups. The drive operates at 5,400 RPM, which balances performance with energy efficiency, ideal for everyday computing tasks. Often found in legacy or specialized hardware, this drive fits systems that support the IDE Ultra ATA/100 interface. IT professionals and users maintaining older equipment benefit particularly from its straightforward compatibility and dependable operation. Key Features Moderate 40GB capacity for standard storage needs Slower spindle speed optimized for quieter operation and less heat 2.5-inch drive size fits small form factor devices Uses ATA-6 interface providing broad compatibility Ultra ATA/100 ensures stable data transmission rates This hard drive is typically deployed in laptops or compact desktops from earlier computing generations. It serves well as a replacement or upgrade for systems designed around IDE interfaces. The balance between size, speed, and capacity makes it suitable for users focused on maintaining or restoring older machines without requiring cutting-edge performance.

Use Cases
This HP 40GB 2.5" IDE Ultra ATA/100 hard drive is suited for legacy systems and environments where compact storage solutions are required without transitioning to newer interfaces. It serves IT professionals maintaining older server or workstation hardware, especially where upgrade budgets are limited or specific compatibility is mandatory. How It's Used: Refurbishing legacy servers in enterprise IT environments requiring reliable, low-capacity storage. Deploying in embedded systems or industrial equipment where space constraints limit drive size and interface options. Supporting remote office or branch locations with older hardware lacking SATA or NVMe compatibility. Integrating into legacy storage arrays or RAID configurations that utilize IDE Ultra ATA standards. Maintaining archival systems or data logging devices where write speeds and capacity demands are minimal. This hard drive supports operational efficiency within environments constrained by hardware age or form factor, allowing organizations to extend the usability of existing assets. By ensuring compatibility with ATA-6 standards, it facilitates stability and predictable performance for workloads that do not require high-speed data transfer rates.

J7948-61023 HP 40GB 5.4K 2.5-in IDE Ultra ATA/100 Hard Drive

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