HDD HPE 146.8GB 3.5" Ultra320 SCSI 10000 RPM 286716-B22-RFB

The HPE 146.8GB 3.5" Ultra320 SCSI 10000 RPM drive is a 3.5-inch internal enterprise-class hard disk designed for hot-plug systems. With 146.8 GB formatted capacity and a sustained 10000 RPM spindle speed, this Ultra320 SCSI drive is intended to provide low-latency access and consistent throughput in server and storage array environments. The drive supports enterprise reliability characteristics typical of HP Enterprise hardware and integrates into rack-mounted servers and SAN appliances that accept 3.5" Ultra320 SCSI drives.

Advantages

This hard drive delivers a balance of capacity and rotational performance suitable for mixed transactional workloads where predictable I/O latency and steady transfer rates are required. The Ultra320 SCSI interface enables higher peak data transfer rates and robust signalling for use in multi-drive backplanes. As a hot-pluggable 3.5" unit, it supports serviceability and quick replacement without system downtime in compatible server configurations.

Suitable for

• Enterprise servers requiring reliable internal storage
• Storage arrays and SAN appliances compatible with Ultra320 SCSI
• Database and virtualization hosts with medium-intensity random I/O
• Backup and archival tiers where moderate capacity and high spindle speed improve access times

Key specifications

• Capacity: 146.8 GB formatted
• Form factor: 3.5-inch internal drive
• Interface: Ultra320 SCSI
• Rotational speed: 10,000 RPM
• Hot-pluggable design for compatible backplanes

How to use

Install the drive into a compatible 3.5" Ultra320 SCSI bay following server manufacturer guidelines for hot-plug insertion and removal. Ensure the host controller and backplane support Ultra320 SCSI signalling and terminate SCSI buses as required. After physical installation, confirm drive recognition in the system firmware or RAID controller utility, then initialize, partition, and format the drive according to the operating system or storage array requirements.

Usage recommendations

Place the drive in environments with stable power and proper airflow; monitor SMART and controller diagnostics regularly to detect early signs of wear. Use this drive in arrays or RAID levels that match availability and performance needs, and follow manufacturer guidance for firmware updates and compatibility lists.