HP 309955-014 36.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI 10000 3.5-in 8MB Hard Drive

Product Description

The HP 309955-014 represents a robust storage solution from Hewlett-Packard, offering a 36.4GB capacity formatted for enterprise environments. This hard drive utilizes the Ultra-160 SCSI interface, a high-performance standard for server-grade storage that provides significant data transfer speeds and reliability compared to older SCSI standards. The drive operates at a rotational speed of 10000 RPM, which contributes to faster data access times and improved overall system responsiveness for applications that rely on quick data retrieval. Equipped with an 8MB buffer, the 309955-014 enhances its performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, reducing the need for repeated seeks to the platter. This is particularly beneficial in multi-user or high-transaction environments where multiple read/write operations are occurring concurrently. The 3.5-inch form factor is standard for enterprise hard drives, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of server chassis and storage enclosures designed for this size. This drive is engineered for the demanding conditions of 24/7 operation found in data centers and enterprise servers. Its design prioritizes reliability, data integrity, and sustained performance, making it a suitable choice for critical applications, operating systems, and databases. While specific features like hot-swappability depend on the server's backplane and RAID controller, drives of this class are typically designed to support such functionalities for seamless maintenance and uptime.