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Seagate ST31230WC 1.2GB Wide SCSI front view
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Seagate

Seagate ST31230WC – 1.2GB Wide SCSI 68-Pin | 5400 RPM | 3.5" | Legacy HDD

$199.95

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

The ST31230WC is a 1.2GB SCSI-2 Fast Wide hard drive featuring 5400 RPM spindle speed, 512KB cache, and 9.3ms average seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for mid-1990s workstations and enterprise servers, it is ideal for legacy HP systems, vintage computing restoration, and mission-critical applications requiring SCSI reliability. Compatible with SCSI-2 Fast Wide controllers and HP NetServer systems supporting 68-pin Wide SCSI drives. The Hawk 2LP series featured Seagate's patented tri-phase servo technology with embedded Grey Code Track Address for precision positioning and continuous operation capability.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST31230WC
  • Capacity: 1.2GB (1,280MB unformatted / 1,060MB formatted)
  • Interface: SCSI-2 Fast Wide 68-Pin
  • Spindle Speed: 5400 RPM
  • Cache: 512KB
  • Form Factor: 3.5" Slimline
  • Seek Time: 9.3ms average, 20.4ms maximum
  • Latency: 5.5ms average
  • MTBF: 800,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise/Legacy SCSI
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • SCSI-2 Fast Wide interface with 20MB/s synchronous transfer rate
  • 68-pin Wide SCSI connector with 80-pin SCA compatibility
  • Hawk 2LP series with patented tri-phase servo positioning
  • 512KB look-ahead read cache buffer
  • Integrated SCSI controller with single-ended and differential support
  • RLL 1,7 recording method for data integrity
  • Rotary voice coil actuator for precision head movement
  • Support for asynchronous and synchronous data transfer protocols
  • 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-2 Fast Wide controllers, HP NetServer systems, legacy workstations with 68-pin Wide SCSI support, and vintage computing systems requiring 3.5" SCSI drives. Not compatible with modern SATA controllers, IDE/PATA systems, or narrow 50-pin SCSI 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.

1.2GB Wide SCSI 5400 RPM 512KB Cache Factory Sealed

Why the ST31230WC is the right Legacy HDD

The ST31230WC represents Seagate's mid-1990s Hawk 2LP generation, delivering reliable SCSI-2 Fast Wide performance for enterprise and workstation applications. With its 20MB/s transfer rate and robust 800,000-hour MTBF rating, this drive was engineered for continuous operation in mission-critical systems. The 68-pin Wide SCSI interface provides compatibility with high-performance controllers of the era while maintaining backward compatibility with standard SCSI implementations.

SCSI-2 Fast Wide Performance

Features 68-pin Wide SCSI interface delivering 20MB/s synchronous transfer rates with support for both single-ended and differential signaling protocols.

Enterprise-Grade Reliability

Built with 800,000-hour MTBF rating and continuous operation capability, designed for 24/7 server and workstation environments of the mid-1990s era.

Hawk 2LP Advanced Servo Technology

Incorporates Seagate's patented tri-phase servo system with embedded Grey Code Track Address for precise head positioning and enhanced data integrity.

Legacy System Integration

Ideal for HP NetServer restoration, vintage workstation builds, and maintaining legacy SCSI-based systems requiring authentic period-correct storage solutions.

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.