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Quantum LB30A011 30GB IDE Ultra ATA/100 5400 3.5-inch 512KB Hard Drive
- Capacity: 30GB
- Interface: IDE Ultra ATA/100
- Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM
- Form Factor: 3.5-inch
- Cache: 512KB
- Designed for legacy systems
- Standard IDE connectivity
- Lower power consumption
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Product Overview
The Quantum LB30A011 is an older generation IDE hard drive with a 30GB capacity. It features an Ultra ATA/100 interface and a 5400 RPM rotational speed, suitable for legacy systems or specific archival purposes.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
| Capacity | 30GB |
| Interface | IDE Ultra ATA/100 |
| Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Cache | 512KB |
| Brand | Quantum |
| SKU | LB30A011 |
Product Description
The Quantum LB30A011 represents a generation of hard drives that were common in personal computers and workstations prior to the widespread adoption of SATA interfaces. This 30GB drive utilizes the IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) interface, specifically the Ultra ATA/100 standard, which offered improved data transfer speeds over earlier IDE versions. Its 5400 RPM rotational speed provides a balance between performance and acoustics, making it suitable for general-purpose computing tasks of its era. With a 3.5-inch form factor, this drive is designed for desktop computer chassis. The inclusion of a 512KB cache helps to buffer data and improve the efficiency of read/write operations, although it is modest by modern standards. This drive is primarily intended for systems that still employ IDE controllers or for users who require specific compatibility with older hardware configurations. While its capacity and speed are significantly lower than current storage solutions, the Quantum LB30A011 serves a niche purpose for maintaining or restoring legacy systems. It is a component that highlights the evolution of storage technology, offering a glimpse into the capabilities of hard drives from the early 2000s.
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