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HP A1658-62103 2.1GB 7200RPM Fast Wide SCSI 68-Pin 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
- 2.1GB storage capacity
- 7200 RPM rotational speed
- Fast Wide SCSI interface
- 68-pin connector
- 3.5-inch form factor
- Suitable for workstations and servers
- Balanced performance and capacity
- Reliable data storage
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Product Overview
The HP A1658-62103 is a 2.1GB Fast Wide SCSI hard drive operating at 7200 RPM. It features a 68-pin connector and a 3.5-inch form factor, designed for mid-range to high-end workstations and servers of its era. This drive offers a good balance of capacity and speed for demanding applications.
Technical Information
| Part Number | A1658-62103 |
| Capacity | 2.1GB |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI (Fast Wide) |
| Connector | 68-Pin |
| Form Factor | 3.5-Inch |
Product Description
The HP A1658-62103 is a 2.1GB hard drive that utilizes the Fast Wide SCSI interface, operating at a rotational speed of 7200 RPM. This combination provided a significant performance upgrade for workstations and servers during its time, offering faster data access and transfer rates compared to slower drives and earlier SCSI standards. The 'Wide' aspect of the interface indicates a wider data path (16-bit), which, combined with the 'Fast' SCSI signaling, allowed for higher throughput. The 68-pin connector is standard for Wide SCSI configurations, enabling robust connectivity and efficient data transfer. The 3.5-inch form factor is typical for enterprise and workstation drives, allowing for integration into standard drive bays. With a capacity of 2.1GB, this drive was suitable for operating systems, applications, and datasets that required more storage than was common on consumer-grade drives of the period. This drive represents a solid mid-range storage solution from the era of SCSI dominance in high-performance computing. It offered a reliable and relatively fast option for users who needed more than basic storage capabilities. The A1658-62103 is a good example of the performance and capacity points that were considered advanced for professional computing environments.
