HP A5282ANT 18.2GB Wide Ultra2 SCSI 10000 3.5-in Hard Drive

Product Description

The HP A5282ANT is a high-performance hard disk drive specifically designed for enterprise server environments that utilize Wide Ultra2 SCSI (U2W) interfaces. With a storage capacity of 18.2 Gigabytes, this drive offers a substantial amount of space for critical data and applications within compatible server systems. The 10000 RPM spindle speed signifies its capability for rapid data access and transfer, making it suitable for applications that require low latency and high throughput, such as database servers, transaction processing systems, and other I/O-intensive workloads common in enterprise data centers. This drive adheres to the 3.5-inch form factor, which is standard for many enterprise-class hard drives, ensuring physical compatibility with a wide range of server chassis and drive bays designed for SCSI devices. The Wide Ultra2 SCSI interface is a key feature, offering improved performance and cable length compared to earlier SCSI standards, while still maintaining backward compatibility in some configurations. The 'Wide' aspect typically refers to the data bus width, allowing for faster data transfer rates. Given its specifications, the HP A5282ANT is a component intended for servers that were built during the era when SCSI was the dominant interface for high-performance storage. While newer technologies like SATA and NVMe have largely superseded SCSI in modern systems, drives like the A5282ANT remain relevant for maintaining or upgrading existing legacy enterprise infrastructure where SCSI connectivity is still required. Its robust design and high spindle speed ensure it can handle the rigorous demands of continuous operation in a server environment.