Dell 1R186 36GB Ultra-320 SCSI 15000 3.5-inch 8MB Hard Drive

SKU 1R186

Brand Dell

36GB storage capacity
Ultra-320 SCSI interface
15000 RPM spindle speed for fast access
8MB cache buffer
3.5-inch form factor
Designed for enterprise servers and storage arrays
Supports high I/O operations

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Key specifications

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Capacity: 36GB
Interface: Ultra-320 SCSI
Spindle Speed: 15000 RPM
Cache: 8MB
Form Factor: 3.5-inch
Brand: Dell

Product details

This Dell 36GB Ultra-320 SCSI Hard Drive offers high-speed storage for older server systems. Featuring a 15000 RPM spindle speed and 8MB cache, it delivers rapid data access for demanding enterprise applications.

Technical Information

Capacity	36GB
Interface	Ultra-320 SCSI
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM

Additional Specifications

Cache	8MB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Brand	Dell

Description

The Dell 1R186 is a high-performance 36GB hard drive designed for enterprise-level servers and storage systems that utilize the Ultra-320 SCSI interface. With a rapid 15000 RPM spindle speed, this drive is engineered to provide exceptionally fast data access times, making it suitable for I/O-intensive applications such as databases, transaction processing, and high-performance computing environments where latency is a critical factor. The Ultra-320 SCSI interface represents a significant advancement in SCSI technology, offering a maximum theoretical transfer rate of 320MB/s. This interface is known for its robustness, command queuing capabilities (like TCQ - Tagged Command Queuing), and ability to support multiple devices on a single bus, which are essential features for demanding server workloads. The 8MB cache buffer further aids in performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, reducing the need to access the slower platters. This 3.5-inch drive is built for the rigors of 24/7 operation in a data center environment. Its high rotational speed and robust interface make it a powerful storage solution for systems that require fast and reliable data throughput. While newer technologies like SAS and SATA SSDs have largely replaced SCSI in modern infrastructure, drives like the 1R186 remain relevant for maintaining legacy systems or in specific niche applications where SCSI is still the preferred or required interface.

Condition: Refurbished