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HP RZ1EF-WA 18.2GB Ultra WIDE SCSI 7200 3.5-in Hard Drive
- Capacity: 18.2GB
- Interface: Ultra WIDE SCSI
- Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
- Form Factor: 3.5-Inch
- Drive Type: Hard Drive
- Suitable for legacy systems requiring SCSI connectivity.
- Offers a balance of capacity and speed for its interface type.
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Product Overview
The HP RZ1EF-WA is a 18.2GB Ultra WIDE SCSI hard drive operating at 7200 RPM. This 3.5-inch drive is designed for older server and workstation systems that utilize the Ultra Wide SCSI interface.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 18.2GB |
| Interface | Ultra WIDE SCSI |
| Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | 3.5-Inch |
| Manufacturer | HP |
Product Description
The HP RZ1EF-WA hard drive represents a generation of storage technology focused on the SCSI interface, specifically the Ultra Wide SCSI standard. With a capacity of 18.2GB, it was suitable for storing operating systems, applications, and moderate amounts of data in enterprise environments of its era. The 7200 RPM rotational speed provided a reasonable balance between performance and power consumption for its time. This 3.5-inch drive leverages the Ultra Wide SCSI interface, which offered higher data transfer rates and wider bus capabilities compared to earlier SCSI standards. This interface was common in servers, workstations, and storage arrays that prioritized direct-attached storage performance and reliability. The 'Wide' aspect refers to the 16-bit data path, allowing for faster data transfers than narrow SCSI configurations. While superseded by newer technologies like SAS and SATA, drives like the HP RZ1EF-WA remain relevant for maintaining or upgrading legacy systems. They are crucial for organizations that still rely on older hardware infrastructure and require compatible components to ensure continued operation. The drive's robust design is characteristic of enterprise-grade SCSI drives built for demanding workloads.
