QuickSpecs

HP xw8200 Workstation

After-Market Options

 

 

 

 

 

 

36 GB Ultra320 SCSI Hard Drive (15K rpm)

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

AA616A

 

 

 

 

WS3, WS4

 

 

 

73 GB Ultra320 SCSI Hard Drive (15K rpm)

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

AA617A

 

 

 

 

WS3, WS4

 

 

 

146 GB Ultra320 SCSI Hard Drive (15K rpm)

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

DY671A

 

 

 

 

WS3, WS4

 

 

 

Hard Drive Accessories

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cable, 5-port SCSI 8200

 

 

 

AA818A

 

U320 SCSI Back Panel connector (Uses HDCI,

 

 

AA658A

 

HD68, or mini DB68 connectors)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Removable Drive Enclosures

 

 

 

 

 

 

StorCase DX115 SATA Removable Enclosure

N/A

N/A

EA332AA

 

StorCase DX115 SATA/SAS Carrier Tray

N/A

N/A

RA697AA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Controllers

PCI PCI-X

Windows XP

Red Hat

Part Number

 

 

 

 

Linux

 

 

 

Serial ATA Controllers

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adaptec Serial ATA 3Gb/s RAID

X

32-Bit, 64-Bit

 

ED090AA

 

1420SA card

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAS Controllers

 

 

 

 

 

 

LSI SAS3041E Serial Attach

 

X

32-Bit, 64-Bit

EH417AA

 

SCSI (SAS) 4-Port Host Bus

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adapter (HBA)*

 

 

 

 

 

 

SCSI Controllers

 

 

 

 

 

 

Optional U320 SCSI Controller -

X

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

DZ554A

 

LSI 20320AR RAID 0,1 (required

 

 

WS3, WS4

 

 

 

with SCSI HDDs)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ultra320 SCSI RAID Adaptec

X

32-Bit

 

AA850A

 

2120S (Windows only)

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: * No Support for SATA 1.5Gb/s non-NCQ hard drive RAID arrays. 48-Bit LBA is required.

Input/Output Devices

Windows XP

Red Hat

Part Number

 

 

Linux

 

Keyboards

 

 

 

HP PS/2 Standard Keyboard (Carbonite/Silver)

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

DT527A

 

 

WS3, WS4

 

HP USB Standard Keyboard (Carbonite/Silver)

32-Bit, 64-Bit

WS3, WS4

DT528A

HP USB Smart Card Keyboard

32-Bit, 64-Bit

WS3, WS4

ED707AA

Pointing Devices

 

 

 

HP PS/2 2-Button Scroll Mouse (Carbonite)

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

DD440B

 

 

WS3, WS4

 

HP USB 2-Button Optical Scroll Mouse

32-Bit, 64-Bit

7.2, 7.3,

DC172B

(Carbonite/Silver)

 

WS3, WS4

 

HP USB Optical 3-Button Mouse

32-Bit, 64-Bit

WS3, WS4

DY651A

HP USB Optical 3-Button 2.9M OEM Mouse

32-Bit, 64-Bit

WS3, WS4

ET424AA

USB SpaceBall 5000

32-Bit, 64-Bit

Not

DV675A

 

 

Supported

 

USB SpaceMouse

32-Bit, 64-Bit

Not

DZ203A

 

 

Supported

 

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xw8200 specifications

The HP xw8200 is a powerful workstation that was designed to meet the needs of professionals in demanding fields such as graphic design, video editing, engineering, and scientific research. Launched in the mid-2000s, this workstation integrates advanced technologies and features that allow users to tackle complex tasks effectively.

One of the key highlights of the HP xw8200 is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. This capability provides a significant boost in performance, particularly for applications that benefit from multi-threading. The workstation can accommodate up to 16GB of RAM, which is essential for running memory-intensive applications. With its ability to handle substantial workloads, the xw8200 ensures smooth operation even with data-heavy tasks.

In terms of graphics, the xw8200 supports a range of professional-grade graphics cards, including options from NVIDIA and ATI. This flexibility allows users to choose the most suitable GPU to optimize performance for applications such as CAD, 3D rendering, and video production. The workstation's PCI Express slots further enhance expandability, making it easy to upgrade components as needed.

Another noteworthy feature of the HP xw8200 is its modular design, which allows for easy access to internal components. This feature is particularly useful for professionals who require frequent upgrades or maintenance. The workstation also offers robust storage solutions, with support for multiple hard drives configured in RAID for improved data redundancy and performance. Users can choose from various RAID levels to tailor the storage configuration to their needs.

The xw8200 is equipped with advanced cooling solutions, ensuring that the workstation can maintain optimal temperatures under heavy loads. This aspect is critical for preserving hardware longevity and performance consistency.

Connectivity is another essential feature of the HP xw8200. It includes multiple USB ports, FireWire support, and an integrated Ethernet port, catering to the diverse connectivity needs of professionals. Overall, the HP xw8200 was a significant player in the workstation market, combining powerful computing capabilities with flexibility and expandability to serve a wide range of professional applications. Its performance capabilities and robust design continue to make it a noteworthy option for legacy uses in specialized fields.