Name: WDE2170-0003B1 Western Digital Enterprise 2.1GB 7200RPM Ultra SCSI 50-Pin 512KB Cache 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WDE2170-0003B1
Price: 439.58 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (117 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital Enterprise 2.1GB 7200RPM Ultra SCSI 50-Pin 512KB Cache 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive provides solid storage capacity paired with a durable interface. It fits well into enterprise or legacy systems needing reliable data access and integrates easily due to its standard form factor and SCSI connectivity.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WDE2170-0003B1

Technical Information
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Cache	512KB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI-2

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Product Description
This Western Digital Enterprise internal hard drive offers 2.1GB of storage with a 7200 RPM spindle speed, making it suitable for demanding data environments. It is often found in server setups and enterprise-grade workstations where consistent performance and reliability are essential. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this drive supports critical applications that require swift data retrieval and robust interface communication. It’s commonly used in legacy systems that still rely on Ultra SCSI technology for storage solutions. Key Features Delivers stable 7200 RPM speed for efficient operations Ultra SCSI 50-pin connection ensures compatibility with legacy systems 512KB cache reduces latency during data transfers 3.5-inch form factor fits standard enterprise hardware bays Designed to handle continuous read/write cycles in server environments In practice, this drive is typically deployed in environments that require dependable storage under sustained workloads. Its combination of speed and cache size helps maintain system responsiveness in data-intensive tasks. While technology has advanced, drives like this remain in use where proven hardware reliability is valued.

Use Cases
The Western Digital Enterprise 2.1GB Ultra SCSI hard drive is primarily deployed in legacy enterprise systems where stable and consistent data access is critical. This drive is well-suited for organizations maintaining older storage infrastructures that require dependable performance and compatibility with existing SCSI interfaces. How It's Used: Supporting archival systems in financial institutions where legacy SCSI storage remains active. Integrating into industrial control servers that rely on reliable 3.5-inch internal drives for process data retention. Providing storage for small-scale virtualization hosts running legacy operating systems in enterprise IT environments. Deploying in remote office servers where established infrastructure limits hardware upgrades. Utilizing in backup servers that require consistent spindle speed and cache performance for scheduled data replication tasks. This hard drive contributes to operational stability by maintaining compatibility with existing SCSI-based storage arrays and minimizes the need for complete system overhauls. Its design supports scalable data retention strategies in environments prioritizing steady throughput over high-density capacity growth.

WDE2170-0003B1 Western Digital Enterprise 2.1GB 7200RPM Ultra SCSI 50-Pin 512KB Cache 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive

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General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

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