Seagate ST32430W 2.1GB Wide SCSI front view Seagate ST32430W 2.1GB Wide SCSI front view
Seagate ST32430W 2.1GB Wide SCSI front view Seagate ST32430W 2.1GB Wide SCSI front view
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Seagate ST32430W 2.1GB Wide SCSI front view
Seagate ST32430W 2.1GB Wide SCSI front view
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Seagate

Seagate ST32430W – 2.1GB | Wide SCSI 68-Pin | 5400 RPM | 3.5" | Legacy HDD

$275.50

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

The ST32430W is a 2.1GB Wide SCSI hard drive featuring 5400 RPM, 512KB cache, and 9.8ms average seek time in a 3.5" form factor. Built for mid-1990s enterprise servers and workstations, it is ideal for legacy system maintenance, vintage computing restoration, and industrial automation platforms. Compatible with SCSI-2 controllers supporting 16-bit Wide SCSI with 68-pin connectivity. The Hawk 2LP series engineering delivers 800,000 hour MTBF and factory low-level formatting for continuous operation in mission-critical legacy environments.

All products from Anand International ship brand new and factory sealed. Volume and B2B pricing available for qualified buyers.
Specifications
  • Manufacturer: Seagate
  • Model: ST32430W
  • Capacity: 2.1GB (2147MB formatted)
  • Interface: Wide SCSI-2 68-Pin
  • Spindle Speed: 5400 RPM
  • Cache: 512KB Look-ahead
  • Form Factor: 3.5" Full Height
  • Seek Time: 9.8ms average
  • Latency: 5.6ms rotational
  • MTBF: 800,000 hours
  • Drive Type: Enterprise Legacy HDD
  • Warranty: 90 days
  • Shipping: Free domestic US shipping
  • Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed
Product Features
  • Wide SCSI-2 interface with 68-pin connector
  • 512KB segmented cache buffer for enhanced performance
  • Hawk 2LP series proven enterprise design
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed for reliable operation
  • 800,000 hour MTBF rating for continuous duty
  • Auto-park heads for enhanced data protection
  • Factory low-level formatted and tested
  • RLL 1,7 recording method for data integrity
  • 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 servers and workstations supporting Wide SCSI-2 interface with 68-pin connectors, including legacy Sun, HP, Silicon Graphics, and various industrial automation systems from the mid-1990s era. Not compatible with narrow SCSI (50-pin) controllers or modern SATA/SAS systems without appropriate SCSI host 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.

2.1GB Wide SCSI 5400 RPM 512KB Cache Factory Sealed

Why the ST32430W is the right Legacy Enterprise HDD

The Hawk 2LP series represents Seagate's mid-1990s enterprise storage technology, delivering reliable Wide SCSI performance for legacy systems. With 16-bit data path and 68-pin connectivity, it provides double the throughput of narrow SCSI drives. The robust design ensures compatibility with vintage servers, workstations, and industrial equipment requiring authentic period-correct storage solutions.

Wide SCSI Performance

16-bit Wide SCSI-2 interface delivers up to 20MB/s synchronous transfer rates, doubling narrow SCSI throughput. Essential for legacy systems requiring maximum period-appropriate performance.

Enterprise Hawk 2LP Design

Part of Seagate's proven Hawk 2LP family with 800,000 hour MTBF rating and continuous duty capability. Engineered for server and workstation environments demanding reliability.

512KB Cache Buffer

Look-ahead cache architecture reduces seek times and improves data throughput for multi-tasking legacy operating systems. Optimized for 1990s enterprise workloads.

Legacy System Compatibility

68-pin connector ensures compatibility with Wide SCSI controllers in Sun workstations, SGI systems, and enterprise servers from the mid-1990s era requiring authentic 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.