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Dell 5F380 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI 10000 3.5-inch 8MB Hard Drive
- Capacity: 18.4GB
- Interface: Ultra-160 SCSI
- Rotational Speed: 10,000 RPM
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Cache: 8MB
- Reliability: Designed for 24/7 operation
- Connection Type: SCA-2 connector (hot-swappable)
- Ideal for servers and high-end workstations
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Product Overview
This is a Dell 5F380 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI Hard Drive. It is a high-performance internal hard drive designed for servers and workstations requiring robust storage.
Technical Information
| Model | 5F380 |
| Brand | Dell |
| Capacity | 18.4GB |
| Interface | Ultra-160 SCSI |
Additional Specifications
| Rotational Speed | 10,000 RPM |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Connector | SCA-2 |
Product Description
The Dell 5F380 is an 18.4GB internal hard drive utilizing the Ultra-160 SCSI interface, designed for high-performance server and workstation applications. With a rotational speed of 10,000 RPM, this drive offers significantly faster data access times compared to slower drives, making it suitable for demanding I/O operations. The Ultra-160 SCSI interface provides a high-bandwidth connection, supporting data transfer rates of up to 160MB/s, which is crucial for environments where multiple devices share the bus. The 8MB cache buffer helps to improve performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, reducing the need for the drive to spin up for every request. This 3.5-inch form factor drive is typically equipped with an SCA-2 connector, which allows for hot-swapping capabilities in compatible server backplanes. This feature enables drives to be added or removed without shutting down the system, minimizing downtime and facilitating maintenance. The 18.4GB capacity, while modest by today's standards, was substantial for its time and suitable for operating systems, applications, and critical data storage in enterprise settings.
