Compaq 242801-001-1 9.1GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s Hot Swappable 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

Product Description

The Compaq 242801-001-1 hard drive is a 3.5-inch internal storage device designed for robust performance and reliability, typically found in server and enterprise-level computing environments. With a capacity of 9.1GB, it offers a foundational level of storage suitable for operating systems, critical applications, or data storage in systems where redundancy and uptime are paramount. The drive utilizes the SATA 3Gb/s interface, also known as SATA II, which provides a significant improvement in data transfer speeds over older IDE interfaces, enabling faster access to stored information. Operating at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM, this hard drive ensures quick data retrieval and write operations, contributing to overall system responsiveness. A key feature of this model is its hot-swappable capability. This allows the drive to be removed and replaced while the system is still running, without the need for a shutdown. This functionality is crucial in enterprise settings to minimize downtime during maintenance, upgrades, or in the event of a drive failure, ensuring continuous operation of critical services. This specific part number, 242801-001-1, indicates a component manufactured by Compaq, a brand historically known for its server and business-class hardware. The combination of its specifications – 7200 RPM speed, SATA 3Gb/s interface, and hot-swappable design – makes it a dependable choice for servers, network-attached storage (NAS) devices, and other mission-critical applications where data availability and performance are essential.