Seagate ST318452LC 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI front view Seagate ST318452LC 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI front view
Seagate ST318452LC 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI front view Seagate ST318452LC 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI front view
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Seagate ST318452LC 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI front view
Seagate ST318452LC 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI front view
Seagate ST318452LC top view

Seagate

Seagate ST318452LC – 18.4GB | Ultra-160 SCSI 80-Pin | 15000RPM | 3.5" | Legacy HDD

$269.00

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

The ST318452LC is an 18.4GB Ultra-160 SCSI hard drive featuring 15,000RPM spindle speed, 8MB cache, and 3.6ms average seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for late 1990s and early 2000s enterprise servers and workstations, it is ideal for legacy system rebuilds, vintage computing projects, and SCSI RAID arrays. Compatible with Ultra-160 SCSI controllers, HP ProLiant servers, Sun workstations, and enterprise storage systems requiring 80-pin SCA-2 connectivity. The Cheetah X15 series was engineered for continuous 24/7 operation with 1.6 million hour MTBF, representing Seagate's flagship enterprise performance drive of its era.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST318452LC
  • Capacity: 18.4GB
  • Interface: Ultra-160 SCSI
  • Spindle Speed: 15,000 RPM
  • Cache: 8MB
  • Form Factor: 3.5"
  • Seek Time: 3.6ms
  • Latency: 2.0ms
  • MTBF: 1.6 million hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • Ultra-160 SCSI interface with 160MB/s sustained transfer rate
  • 15,000 RPM spindle speed for minimal latency
  • 8MB multi-segmented cache with read look-ahead
  • 80-pin SCA-2 connector for hot-swappable bays
  • 3.6ms average seek time for rapid random access
  • 1.6 million hour MTBF for enterprise reliability
  • Low voltage differential signaling for extended cable lengths
  • Optimized for 24/7 continuous operation in server environments
  • 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 Ultra-160 SCSI host bus adapters, HP ProLiant DL/ML servers, Sun Ultra workstations, SGI systems, and enterprise storage arrays supporting 80-pin SCA-2. Not compatible with modern SATA systems, IDE controllers, or systems requiring 50-pin narrow SCSI connectivity.
Shipping & Returns
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  • 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 Ultra-160 SCSI 15K RPM 3.6ms Factory Sealed

Why the ST318452LC is the right Enterprise Legacy HDD

The Cheetah X15 ST318452LC represents Seagate's flagship enterprise storage technology from the early 2000s era. With 15,000RPM performance and Ultra-160 SCSI interface, it delivered the fastest random access times available for mission-critical server applications. This drive was specifically engineered for continuous operation in high-end workstations and enterprise servers where performance took priority over capacity.

Ultra-160 SCSI Performance Interface

Features 160MB/s sustained transfer rate with low voltage differential signaling for reliable high-speed data access in enterprise storage systems.

15,000 RPM Enterprise Spindle Speed

Delivers 2.0ms rotational latency and 3.6ms average seek time for the fastest random access performance of its generation.

80-Pin SCA-2 Hot-Swap Connectivity

Standard enterprise connector enables hot-swappable installation in server drive bays without system downtime.

1.6 Million Hour Enterprise MTBF

Designed for continuous 24/7 operation with enterprise-grade reliability specifications exceeding desktop drives by 33%.

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.