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Seagate ST32155W 2.15GB Ultra Wide SCSI front view
Seagate ST32155W 2.15GB Ultra Wide SCSI front view
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Seagate

Seagate ST32155W – 2.15GB | Ultra Wide SCSI 68-Pin | 5400RPM | 3.5" | Legacy HDD

$275.50
Tax included.

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

The ST32155W is a 2.15GB Ultra Wide SCSI hard drive featuring 5400RPM spindle speed, 512KB cache, and 10.4ms average seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for mid-1990s server and workstation systems, it is ideal for legacy system restoration, vintage computing projects, and enterprise archival applications. Compatible with Ultra Wide SCSI controllers, Sun workstations, SGI systems, and professional UNIX platforms with 68-pin SCSI interfaces. Features innovative embedded servo technology with automatic head parking and shipping lock protection for reliable continuous operation in mission-critical environments.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST32155W
  • Capacity: 2.15GB
  • Interface: Ultra Wide SCSI 68-Pin
  • Spindle Speed: 5400RPM
  • Cache: 512KB
  • Form Factor: 3.5"
  • Seek Time: 10.4ms average
  • Latency: 5.5ms
  • MTBF: 800,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Legacy HDD
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • Ultra Wide SCSI 68-pin interface for 16-bit data transfer
  • 512KB read-ahead cache buffer for enhanced performance
  • Embedded servo technology with automatic head positioning
  • Automatic shipping lock prevents transport damage
  • Dedicated landing zone eliminates data corruption risk
  • 40MB/s external data transfer rate for fast data transfers
  • S.M.A.R.T. drive health monitoring capability
  • Low power consumption at 6.5W idle
  • 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 Wide SCSI controllers, Sun workstations, SGI systems, HP 9000 series, IBM RS/6000, and professional UNIX platforms requiring 68-pin SCSI drives. Not compatible with 50-pin narrow SCSI systems, IDE/PATA interfaces, or modern SATA controllers without SCSI adapters.
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.

2.15GB Ultra Wide SCSI 5400RPM 68-Pin Factory Sealed

Why the ST32155W is the right legacy enterprise drive

The Seagate Hawk 2XL ST32155W represents the pinnacle of mid-1990s SCSI drive technology with Ultra Wide SCSI interface delivering 40MB/s throughput. Built for enterprise workstations and servers, it features cost-optimized design with embedded servo positioning and automatic safety mechanisms. This drive was specifically engineered for continuous operation in professional computing environments where reliability was paramount. Its 68-pin interface provided the 16-bit data path necessary for high-performance applications of its era.

Ultra Wide SCSI Performance

Features 68-pin Ultra Wide SCSI interface delivering 40MB/s external transfer rates with 16-bit data path. Ideal for legacy workstations requiring maximum SCSI bandwidth.

Enterprise Reliability Features

Incorporates embedded servo technology, automatic head parking, and shipping lock protection. Designed for 800,000-hour MTBF in continuous operation environments.

Optimized Cache Architecture

512KB read-ahead cache buffer improves sequential access performance. Reduces seek times and enhances overall system responsiveness for multi-user applications.

Legacy System Compatibility

Perfect for Sun workstations, SGI systems, HP 9000 series, and other professional UNIX platforms. Essential for maintaining vintage computing systems and industrial equipment.

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.