IBM 07N8171 61.5GB IDE Ultra ATA/100 (ATA-6) 7200 3.5-inch 2MB Hard Drive

Product Description

The IBM 07N8171 is a 61.5 Gigabyte (GB) internal hard drive designed for systems utilizing the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface. It supports the Ultra ATA/100 (also known as ATA-6) standard, which allows for data transfer rates of up to 100 Megabytes per second (MB/s), providing a respectable performance level for its era. With a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, this 3.5-inch drive offers faster access to data compared to 5400 RPM drives, making it suitable for applications that require quicker read and write operations. The inclusion of a 2MB cache buffer further aids in improving performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, reducing the need for repeated access to the platters. This IBM hard drive is a reliable component for older servers, workstations, or desktop computers that are equipped with IDE controllers. It serves as a dependable storage solution for operating systems, applications, and user data in environments where SAS or SATA interfaces are not supported or required. Its robust construction ensures durability for continuous operation.