Does a quiet SCSI drive exist?

[ahsia]

I have a SCSI adapter and need a drive for a basic box. But I do want this system to be quiet. Part of the reason why I stopped using SCSI was because of the noise. Any suggestions here?

 

[Big Lar]

I have a Seagate 15k 3rd generation drive that is pretty darn quiet.

 

[JackBurton]

Originally posted by: Big Lar
I have a Seagate 15k 3rd generation drive that is pretty darn quiet.

Is the sound level comparable to a Raptor?

 

[Viper96720]

I didn't think you could use quiet and SCSI in the same sentence.

 

[mikecel79]

Originally posted by: Viper96720
I didn't think you could use quiet and SCSI in the same sentence.

Like Viper said. SCSI drives are built for performance first and then quietness. Actually it's reliability, performance, then ergonmics.

 

[Steve]

Check storagereview.com for noise ratings on SCSI drives.


It's a safe bet that the older 7200rpm SCSI drives'll be quiet.


FWIW I have storagereviews loudest, hottest SCSI drive, the 36GB Ultrastar Z15. It's fun

 

[jose]

My case fans make more noise than my drives. I have 2 - 15k & 2 - 10k in my current system.

Regards,
Jose