Name: P1214A HP 9.1GB 10K RPM SCSI 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: P1214A
Price: 659.98 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The P1214A HP 9.1GB SCSI hard drive offers a balance of moderate storage and fast access speeds designed for server and workstation applications. It fits easily into existing 3.5-inch bays and connects through the SCSI interface, making it a practical choice for setups that require steady performance without large capacity. This drive suits users maintaining older equipment or handling workloads where reliable, quick data retrieval is essential.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	P1214A

Technical Information
Capacity	9.1GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	SCSI
Spindle Speed	10000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
The P1214A HP 9.1GB SCSI hard drive is built for servers and high-performance workstations that demand quick and dependable data access. Its SCSI interface and 10,000 RPM speed make it well-suited for environments where speed and reliability matter, such as enterprise storage systems and networked applications. This drive is often found in IT setups where moderate storage capacity is needed without sacrificing access speed. Businesses needing consistent performance for databases, file servers, or transactional systems benefit from this model. Technicians and system administrators typically rely on it for maintenance or upgrades of legacy equipment. Key Features Uses SCSI protocol for robust connectivity with compatible systems High spindle speed reduces latency and improves data throughput Compact 3.5-inch size fits in most server and workstation trays Moderate capacity suitable for specialized or older system needs Designed to handle continuous operation with stable performance This hard drive is commonly deployed in data centers, backup systems, and industrial computing environments. It provides a balance of speed and capacity that supports day-to-day server tasks without demanding the latest storage technologies. Despite newer models available, it remains practical for maintaining or extending service life on certain legacy platforms.

Use Cases
The P1214A HP 9.1GB SCSI hard drive is primarily suited for legacy server and workstation environments where maintaining existing infrastructure is critical. Its 10,000 RPM speed and SCSI interface allow IT teams managing data centers or departmental servers to achieve reliable data access without upgrading storage arrays. Organizations with virtualization clusters relying on consistent low-latency performance can also benefit from this drive's characteristics. How It's Used: Supporting legacy rack-mounted servers in enterprise IT environments requiring dependable mid-tier storage. Providing fast, stable storage for virtualization hosts running legacy hypervisor versions in data centers. Enabling SMB networks to extend the life of existing workstations with compatible SCSI bays and moderate storage needs. Facilitating archival and quick retrieval in remote office servers where upgrading storage infrastructure is cost-prohibitive. Serving as a replacement or spare drive in maintenance operations for server farms relying on older SCSI architectures. This hard drive helps maintain operational efficiency by delivering consistent access speeds within established hardware ecosystems. Its form factor and interface compatibility support scalability in environments where incremental upgrades are preferred over full system replacements, ensuring uninterrupted workflow for critical workloads.

P1214A HP 9.1GB 10K RPM SCSI 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

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