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Maxtor Atlas 8C018L0 – 18.4GB | Ultra320 SCSI 68-Pin | 15000RPM | 3.5" | Enterprise HDD

$119.95

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

The 8C018L0 is an 18.4GB Ultra320 SCSI hard drive featuring 15,000 RPM spindle speed, 8MB cache, and 3.2ms seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for early 2000s enterprise SCSI systems, it is ideal for high-performance workstations, database servers, and OLTP applications. Compatible with Ultra320 SCSI controllers, backwards compatible with Ultra160 and Ultra2 SCSI systems. The Atlas 15K was engineered as the world's fastest hard drive of its era, delivering 45% more I/Os per second than 10K RPM drives through advanced MaxAdapt signal processing technology.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Maxtor
  • Model: 8C018L0
  • Capacity: 18.4GB
  • Interface: Ultra320 SCSI 68-Pin
  • Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM
  • Cache: 8MB
  • Form Factor: 3.5"
  • Seek Time: 3.2ms
  • Latency: 2.0ms
  • MTBF: 1.4 million hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • Ultra320 SCSI interface with 68-pin connector
  • 15,000 RPM spindle for maximum performance
  • 3.2ms average seek time
  • 8MB ECC protected cache buffer
  • MaxAdapt signal processing technology
  • 75MB/sec sustained data transfer rate for fast data transfers
  • Backwards compatible with Ultra160 SCSI
  • Designed for 24x7 continuous operation
  • 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 Ultra320 SCSI controllers and systems, backwards compatible with Ultra160 and Ultra2 SCSI interfaces. Not compatible with IDE/PATA, SATA, or SAS systems.
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.

18.4GB Ultra320 SCSI 15K RPM 3.2ms Factory Sealed

Why the Atlas 8C018L0 is the right Enterprise HDD

The Atlas 15K series represented Maxtor's flagship enterprise SCSI technology in the early 2000s. With its 15,000 RPM spindle speed and 3.2ms seek time, it delivered the fastest hard drive performance available at the time. The Ultra320 SCSI interface with MaxAdapt technology provided superior signal integrity and backwards compatibility, making it ideal for mission-critical enterprise applications.

World's Fastest Drive Performance

3.2ms seek time and 15,000 RPM spindle speed delivered 45% more I/Os per second than competing 10K drives. Maximum sustained transfer rate of 75MB/sec.

MaxAdapt Signal Processing

Proprietary closed-loop signal enhancement technology improved data integrity and system compatibility. Reduced error rates and simplified integration.

Ultra320 SCSI Interface

68-pin Wide LVD connector with full backwards compatibility to Ultra160 and Ultra2 SCSI systems. Hot-swappable in compatible chassis.

Enterprise Reliability

1.4 million hour MTBF rating with 24x7 continuous operation capability. ECC-protected 8MB cache for data integrity.

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.