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Dell 2821R 18GB 10000RPM Ultra320 SCSI 16MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
- 18GB storage capacity
- 10,000 RPM rotational speed
- Ultra320 SCSI interface
- 16MB cache buffer
- 3.5-inch form factor
- Designed for server and enterprise storage systems
- Provides reliable performance for critical data
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Hard Drive
- Capacity
- 18GB
- Rotational Speed
- 10,000 RPM
- Interface
- Ultra320 SCSI
- Cache
- 16MB
- Form Factor
- 3.5-Inch
Product details
The Dell 2821R is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed for server and storage applications. It features an 18GB capacity, operates at a speed of 10,000 RPM, and utilizes an Ultra320 SCSI interface with a 16MB cache. This drive is suitable for environments requiring reliable, high-performance storage for critical data.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
| Capacity | 18GB |
| Rotational Speed | 10,000 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | Ultra320 SCSI |
| Cache | 16MB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-Inch |
Description
The Dell 2821R is a high-performance internal hard drive engineered for demanding server and storage environments. With a capacity of 18GB, it is designed for specific applications where smaller, high-speed storage is required, often for operating systems, boot partitions, or critical application data. The drive spins at 10,000 RPM, which significantly reduces seek times and improves data access speeds compared to slower 7,200 RPM drives, making it suitable for transaction-intensive workloads. Utilizing the Ultra320 SCSI interface, this drive offers robust connectivity and high data transfer rates, a standard for enterprise-class storage solutions requiring reliability and performance. The 16MB cache buffer further enhances performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, reducing the need to access the slower platters. This combination of speed, interface, and cache makes the 2821R a capable component for servers and storage arrays. Its 3.5-inch form factor is standard for many server chassis and drive bays. The Dell 2821R is built for continuous operation and reliability, ensuring that critical data is accessible when needed. While its capacity is modest by today's standards, its performance characteristics make it a valuable component in legacy or specialized systems where SCSI connectivity and high RPM are prioritized.
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