Seagate

Seagate ST336706LC – 36.7GB | Ultra160 SCSI 80-Pin SCA-2 | 10,000 RPM | 3.5" | Legacy HDD

$225.00

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

The ST336706LC is a 36.7GB Ultra160 SCSI hard drive featuring 10,000 RPM spindle speed, 4MB cache, and 5.2ms average seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for late 1990s and early 2000s enterprise systems, it is ideal for legacy server restoration, vintage UNIX workstations, and mission-critical SCSI environments. Compatible with Ultra160 SCSI controllers, SCA-2 hot-swap backplanes, and enterprise servers requiring 80-pin connectivity. Advanced areal density technology and G-Force shock protection make this the 6th generation Cheetah series drive engineered for continuous operation in demanding enterprise environments.

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

Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST336706LC
  • Capacity: 36.7GB
  • Interface: Ultra160 SCSI
  • Spindle Speed: 10,000 RPM
  • Cache: 4MB
  • Form Factor: 3.5" (Low Profile - 1.0" Height)
  • Seek Time: 5.2ms (Average)
  • Latency: 2.99ms (Average)
  • MTBF: 1,200,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise SCSI
  • Connector: 80-Pin SCA-2
  • Transfer Rate: 160 MB/s (External)
  • Internal Transfer Rate: 63.2 MB/s (Max)
  • Recording Method: 32/34 EPRML
  • Temperature Sensor: Yes
  • Hot-Swap Support: Yes
  • G-Force Protection: Yes
  • S.M.A.R.T. Support: Yes
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • Ultra160 SCSI interface with 160 MB/s external transfer rate
  • 10,000 RPM spindle speed for high-performance data access
  • 4MB cache buffer with advanced read-ahead algorithms
  • 80-Pin SCA-2 connector for hot-swap compatibility
  • G-Force shock protection reduces susceptibility to physical damage
  • Temperature sensor monitoring with thermal protection
  • S.M.A.R.T. health monitoring and predictive failure analysis
  • SeaShell packaging provides 1000+ Gs non-operating shock resistance
  • 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 Ultra160 SCSI controllers, SCA-2 hot-swap backplanes, enterprise servers with 80-pin SCSI connectors, legacy UNIX workstations, and vintage server systems requiring 10K RPM performance. Not compatible with SATA, IDE/PATA, or modern NVMe interfaces.

Shipping & Returns
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  • 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.

36.7GB Ultra160 SCSI 10K RPM Enterprise Grade Factory Sealed

Why the ST336706LC is the right Legacy Enterprise HDD

The Seagate Cheetah 36ES represents the 6th generation of the legendary Cheetah series, delivering enterprise-class performance for legacy SCSI environments. With its Ultra160 interface and 10,000 RPM spindle speed, this drive provided cutting-edge performance for its era. Advanced features like G-Force protection, temperature monitoring, and hot-swap capability made it ideal for mission-critical server deployments in the early 2000s.

Ultra160 SCSI High-Speed Interface

Delivers up to 160 MB/s external transfer rates through the latest SCSI technology of its generation. Perfect for bandwidth-intensive legacy applications requiring sustained data throughput.

10,000 RPM Enterprise Performance

High-speed spindle delivers 5.2ms average seek time and 2.99ms latency for responsive data access. Ideal for server workloads demanding low-latency storage performance.

80-Pin SCA-2 Hot-Swap Design

SCA-2 connector enables hot-swappable operation in compatible enterprise backplanes. Supports mission-critical systems requiring zero-downtime drive replacement capabilities.

Enterprise Reliability Features

1.2 million hour MTBF rating with G-Force shock protection and temperature monitoring. Engineered for continuous operation in demanding server environments with advanced error recovery.

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.