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HP 409681-002 40GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 8MB Cache 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
- Capacity: 40GB
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive
- Interface: SATA 3Gb/s (SATA II)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
- Cache: 8MB
- Designed for desktop and entry-level server use
- Reliable storage for operating systems and applications
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 40GB
- Form Factor
- 3.5-inch
- Interface
- SATA 3Gb/s
- Rotational Speed
- 7200 RPM
- Cache
- 8MB
- Manufacturer
- HP
Product details
The HP 409681-002 is a 40GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive featuring a SATA 3Gb/s interface. It operates at 7200 RPM and includes an 8MB cache, offering a balance of performance and capacity suitable for various desktop and server applications from its era.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 40GB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA 3Gb/s |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Cache | 8MB |
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Part Number | 409681-002 |
Description
The HP 409681-002 is a 3.5-inch internal hard disk drive with a storage capacity of 40GB. It utilizes the SATA 3Gb/s interface, also known as SATA II, which provides a theoretical maximum transfer rate of 300 megabytes per second. This interface is standard for many desktop and server systems manufactured in the mid-2000s. The drive operates at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM, offering a good balance between performance and acoustics for its class. Equipped with an 8MB cache buffer, this hard drive helps to improve data access times by storing frequently used data closer to the read/write heads. The 40GB capacity, while modest by today's standards, was sufficient for operating systems, essential applications, and a reasonable amount of user data during its prime. This drive was often used as an OEM component in HP desktop computers and entry-level servers. The combination of a 7200 RPM spindle speed, SATA II interface, and 8MB cache makes the HP 409681-002 a capable storage solution for its intended purpose. It is suitable for users looking to replace a failed drive in an older system or for building a basic computer for tasks such as word processing, web browsing, and light multimedia consumption. Its reliability and compatibility with a wide range of motherboards supporting SATA connections make it a practical choice for legacy systems.
Condition: Refurbished
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