Conner

Conner CP30200 – 212MB | SCSI-2 50-Pin | 4500RPM | 3.5" | Legacy HDD

$135.00

Brand New, Factory Sealed | In Stock | Bulk Orders Available

The CP30200 is a 212MB SCSI-2 hard drive featuring 4500 RPM, 256KB segmented cache, and 12ms average seek time in a 3.5" slimline form factor. Built for early 1990s workstation and server systems, it is ideal for legacy system restorations, vintage computing projects, and SCSI-based industrial applications. Compatible with SCSI-1 and SCSI-2 controllers, Sun workstations, and early PC servers requiring 50-pin SCSI connectivity. Features embedded servo positioning and dedicated landing zone technology for enhanced reliability in continuous operation environments.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.

Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Conner
  • Model: CP30200
  • Capacity: 212MB (formatted)
  • Interface: SCSI-2 Single-Ended 50-Pin
  • Spindle Speed: 4500 RPM
  • Cache: 256KB Segmented
  • Form Factor: 3.5" Slimline
  • Seek Time: 12ms average
  • Latency: 6.7ms
  • MTBF: 150,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Internal Hard Drive
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • SCSI-2 command compatible with backward SCSI-1 compatibility
  • 256KB segmented cache buffer for enhanced throughput
  • 12ms average seek time for fast data access
  • 4500 RPM spindle speed optimized for workstation use
  • Embedded servo positioning system for precise tracking
  • Dedicated landing zone with automatic actuator latch
  • 50-pin SCSI connector with removable terminators
  • Rotary voice coil actuator with closed-loop servo
  • Direct replacement for legacy systems requiring SCSI connectivity
  • 90-day Anand International warranty on all legacy stock
  • Free domestic US shipping included
  • Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers
Compatibility

Compatible with SCSI-1 and SCSI-2 host adapters, Sun SPARCstations, early PC servers, and workstations supporting 50-pin SCSI connectivity. Not compatible with modern SATA systems or IDE/PATA interfaces.

Shipping & Returns
  • Free Shipping: We currently offer free Economy Shipping within the continental U.S. with no minimum order required. Expedited shipping is available at standard carrier rates.
  • Same-Day Shipping: Order placed before 2PM PST will ship the same day. Orders received after this time will ship the following business day.
  • Hassle-Free Returns: If you're not completely satisfied with your purchase, simply return it within 10 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange.

212MB SCSI-2 4500RPM 12ms Seek Factory Sealed

Why the CP30200 is the right Legacy HDD

The CP30200 represents Conner's early 1990s SCSI-2 technology, delivering reliable 212MB storage for vintage systems. With its 4500 RPM spindle speed and 12ms seek time, it provided excellent performance for workstation environments of its era. The slimline 3.5" form factor and SCSI-2 interface made it ideal for space-constrained professional systems requiring fast, reliable storage.

SCSI-2 Interface Compatibility

Features full SCSI-2 command set compatibility while maintaining backward compatibility with SCSI-1 systems for maximum versatility.

Embedded Servo Technology

Advanced embedded servo positioning system ensures precise head tracking and reliable data access across all cylinders.

Dedicated Landing Zone

Automatic actuator latch with dedicated landing zone protects heads during power-down cycles for enhanced reliability.

Professional Workstation Grade

150,000 hour MTBF rating and continuous operation capability designed for demanding workstation environments.

New Old Stock with 90-Day Warranty

Available as brand new, factory sealed old stock units from Anand International with a 90-day warranty. Ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and hard-to-find replacement needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for SCSI, including information on usage, configuration, and compatibility.

1. What is a SCSI hard drive?

A SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) hard drive is a legacy enterprise storage device that connects using parallel ribbon cables. SCSI was widely used in servers, workstations, and storage arrays before newer technologies like SAS and SATA became standard.

2. What systems are SCSI hard drives compatible with?

SCSI drives are designed for older servers, RAID controllers, and storage arrays that have SCSI interfaces. They are commonly used today to maintain or repair legacy IT infrastructure.

3. What’s the difference between SCSI and SAS?

SCSI uses parallel communication and bulky ribbon cables, with speeds up to 320 MB/s. SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) is the modern successor, offering serial communication, smaller connectors, dual-port redundancy, and speeds up to 24 Gb/s.

4. Can SCSI hard drives still be used in modern systems?

Most modern computers don’t have SCSI ports. To use a SCSI drive, you’ll need a compatible SCSI controller card or an external enclosure designed for parallel SCSI.

5. What capacities are available for SCSI hard drives?

SCSI hard drives were typically available in capacities ranging from a few gigabytes to several hundred gigabytes. Larger capacities are rare compared to modern SATA and SAS drives.

6. Are SCSI hard drives hot-swappable?

Yes, many SCSI drives used in enterprise servers were hot-swappable when paired with a compatible RAID backplane or enclosure. This allowed replacement without shutting down the system.

7. Why are SCSI hard drives still used today?

SCSI hard drives remain important for maintaining legacy servers, specialized equipment, and industrial systems where upgrading to newer storage technologies isn’t possible or practical.