Features
HP segment	Business
Logistics data
UNSPSC-code	31162313
Harmonized System (HS) code	84733080
Country of origin	China
Technical details
General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) URL	https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_6126692-6126777-16?openCLC=true
Weight & dimensions
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	267.6 mm
Height	203.2 mm

The item is a hard drive bracket for optical drive positions, manufactured by HP, with manufacturer number NQ099AA and type INT. It is specifically designed for use in business systems and serves to install a 3.5-inch hard drive in an optical drive bay, for example in a Dedicated Workstation system. The bracket enables the use of an internal storage medium instead of an optical drive, thereby expanding or replacing storage space in the system.

Applications
The bracket is designed for use in workstation systems, particularly in configurations where an optical drive is not required but the space can be used for additional internal storage. It is suitable for business environments where stable and reliable storage expansion is necessary. The bracket fits into standard 5.25-inch bays and is designed for mounting a 3.5-inch hard drive.

Features and Equipment in Detail
The bracket is made of robust material and provides secure mounting for a 3.5-inch hard drive. It is designed for use in an optical drive bay, with dimensions of 101.6 mm (width), 267.6 mm (depth), and 203.2 mm (height). These dimensions correspond to standard measurements for 5.25-inch installation bays in computer enclosures. The bracket is black and is used as a replacement for an optical drive to utilize storage space in the system.

Technology Explained Simply
The bracket functions as an adapter that allows a 3.5-inch hard drive to be mounted in a bay normally intended for an optical drive. This is particularly useful when the user does not require an optical drive but needs additional internal storage space. The bracket provides mechanical stabilization for the hard drive and ensures it is securely positioned in the enclosure. Installation is done using screws inserted into the designated holes in the bracket and the enclosure.

Compatibility and Accessories
The bracket is intended for use in HP systems in the business segment, particularly in Dedicated Workstation systems. The bracket is not designed for optical drives or other components, but exclusively for installing a hard drive in an optical drive bay.

Installation and Mounting
Installation is performed by securing the bracket in the optical drive bay of the computer enclosure. The hard drive is inserted into the bracket and fastened with the designated screws. The bracket is designed to securely hold the hard drive and ensure a stable installation.

Operational Advantages
Using the bracket allows efficient utilization of storage space in the system without requiring an optical drive. This is particularly advantageous in environments where the hard drive serves as the primary storage medium and access to optical media is not required. The bracket provides a stable and reliable mounting, increasing the lifespan of the hard drive and system stability. The bracket is designed for use in business systems, implying high reliability and durability.