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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: DEC
- Model or Part: RZ29B-VA
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 4.00lb
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Overview
The DEC RZ29B-VA 4.3GB SCSI Hard Drive delivers reliable, high-capacity storage for legacy workstations and servers that require the proven performance of SCSI technology. With a 7200RPM spindle speed and a robust 3.5-inch form factor, this drive provides fast data access and long-term durability for mission-critical applications.
Key Features
- Capacity of 4.3GB, ideal for operating system partitions, databases, and archival data.
- 7200RPM spindle speed for quick read/write operations.
- Standard 3.5-inch SCSI interface compatible with most DEC, HP, and IBM SCSI controllers.
- Durable sealed enclosure designed to withstand continuous operation in server environments.
- Low power consumption helps reduce overall system heat and energy costs.
Technical Specifications
- Interface: SCSI, Ultra SCSI (Ultra 2) compatible.
- Form factor: 3.5-inch, 1.5in height.
- Capacity: 4.3GB (binary gigabytes).
- Spindle speed: 7200RPM.
- Average latency: 4.2ms.
- Data transfer rate: up to 10MB/s (Ultra SCSI).
- Cache: 8MB.
- Power requirements: 12V and 5V DC.
- Operating temperature: 0 deg to 55 deg C.
- Shock resistance: 150G non-operating, 30G operating.
Typical Applications
- Legacy DEC VAX and Alpha server upgrades where original drive replacements are needed.
- Industrial control systems that rely on proven SCSI storage for stability.
- Data acquisition rigs and scientific instruments requiring consistent write performance.
- Backup and archival solutions in environments that still use SCSI backbones.
- Training labs and simulation platforms that emulate older hardware configurations.
By choosing the DEC RZ29B-VA, you gain a trusted storage solution that blends classic SCSI reliability with sufficient capacity for today's demanding workloads. Its straightforward installation and compatibility with existing SCSI infrastructures make it an ideal upgrade path for extending the life of legacy systems.