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HP A5530A 36.4GB 7200RPM Ultra2 SCSI LVD 68-Pin 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
- 36.4GB storage capacity
- Ultra2 SCSI LVD interface
- Rotational speed: 7200 RPM
- 3.5-inch form factor
- 68-Pin connector
- Designed for enterprise servers and workstations
- LVD technology for enhanced signal integrity
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Product Overview
This HP A5530A is a 36.4GB Ultra2 SCSI LVD hard drive with a rotational speed of 7200 RPM. It features a 3.5-inch form factor and a 68-pin connector, designed for servers and workstations requiring reliable SCSI storage. The LVD (Low Voltage Differential) interface offers improved signal integrity and longer cable lengths compared to earlier SCSI standards.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 36.4GB |
| Interface | Ultra2 SCSI LVD |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | 3.5-Inch |
| Connector | 68-Pin |
| Brand | HP |
Product Description
The HP A5530A is a 36.4GB hard drive that utilizes the Ultra2 SCSI interface with Low Voltage Differential (LVD) signaling. This interface was a significant advancement over earlier SCSI standards, offering higher transfer rates (up to 80MB/s in single-ended mode, and up to 120MB/s in LVD mode) and improved signal integrity, which allowed for longer cable lengths and greater reliability in complex SCSI configurations. The 7200 RPM rotational speed provided a good balance of performance and power consumption for its time. This drive is equipped with a 68-pin connector, typical for Ultra2 SCSI devices, and its 3.5-inch form factor makes it compatible with a wide range of server and workstation chassis. The LVD technology is particularly beneficial in environments with many devices on the SCSI bus or where cable runs are extensive, as it reduces susceptibility to electrical noise and interference. This made it a popular choice for enterprise-level storage solutions requiring dependable performance. While Ultra2 SCSI is now considered an older technology, drives like the HP A5530A are still valuable for maintaining and upgrading legacy server systems. For organizations that have not yet migrated their entire infrastructure away from SCSI, this drive offers a reliable option for replacing failed components or expanding storage capacity within compatible systems. It represents a solid choice for reliable, albeit dated, enterprise storage.
