C3325A - HP 2GB 5400RPM Fast SCSI 3.5-inch Hard Drive

SKU C3325A

Brand HP

Capacity: 2GB
Interface: Fast SCSI
Rotational Speed: 5400RPM
Cache: 512KB
Form Factor: 3.5-Inch
Brand: HP
Model Number: C3325A
Designed for SCSI environments
Moderate storage capacity

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Key specifications

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Capacity: 2GB
Interface: Fast SCSI
Rotational Speed: 5400RPM
Cache: 512KB
Form Factor: 3.5-Inch
Brand: HP

Product details

The HP C3325A is a 2GB Fast SCSI 3.5-inch hard drive with a 512KB cache. This drive, likely an older model, was designed for SCSI-based systems requiring moderate storage capacity and data transfer capabilities. Its 5400RPM speed and SCSI interface indicate its use in specific workstation or server environments of its era.

Technical Information

Capacity	2GB
Interface	Fast SCSI
Rotational Speed	5400RPM
Cache	512KB

Additional Specifications

Form Factor	3.5-Inch
Brand	HP
Model	C3325A

Description

The HP C3325A is a 3.5-inch hard disk drive with a capacity of 2GB, utilizing a Fast SCSI interface. This drive was designed for use in computer systems that employed SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) technology, which was common in workstations, servers, and high-end personal computers during its time. The 5400RPM rotational speed indicates a balance between performance and power consumption, suitable for applications that required faster access than older IDE drives but did not necessitate the highest speeds available in enterprise SCSI drives. With a 512KB cache, the drive could buffer small amounts of data to improve read and write efficiency, though this cache size is modest by modern standards. The Fast SCSI interface offered higher data transfer rates than earlier SCSI standards and provided features like command queuing and better error handling, making it suitable for multi-user environments or tasks involving significant data throughput. The 2GB capacity, while small today, was substantial for its intended use cases, such as operating system installation, application storage, or data storage for specific professional tasks. This drive represents a piece of computing history, characteristic of the hardware used in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Its specifications point towards a system where reliability and compatibility within a SCSI ecosystem were prioritized. For modern applications, its capacity and speed would be insufficient, but it remains a relevant component for maintaining or restoring legacy systems that rely on Fast SCSI connectivity.

Condition: Refurbished