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HGST HDS721616PLA380 160GB 7200 RPM 8MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive
A 160 GB desktop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with 8 MB cache and SATA 3.0Gb/s interface
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
- Capacity160GB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache8MB
- Average Seek Time8.5ms
- 160 GB capacity stores your files and applications
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers quick data access
- 8 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother performance
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to standard desktop ports
- Native Command Queuing optimises drive command order for speed
HGST Deskstar 7K160 160GB 3.5" drive
The HGST Deskstar 7K160 is a 3.5-inch internal hard drive with 160GB capacity, 7200 RPM spindle speed and an 8MB cache. It connects through a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and is supplied as a bare drive in new condition.
Ideal for legacy desktop upgrades and basic storage
This drive suits owners of older desktops that need a direct SATA replacement for a failed or undersized mechanical disk. It is not for builders who want more storage capacity, faster sequential throughput or solid-state responsiveness.
SATA 3.0Gb/s interface decides host compatibility
The drive communicates over a 3.0Gb/s SATA link, so the host controller must support that standard for full rated performance. Average seek time is 8.5ms and features include Native Command Queuing, Thermal Monitoring and Fly Height Control.
Highlights
- 160 GB capacity stores your files and applications
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers quick data access
- 8 MB cache buffers bursts for smoother performance
- SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to standard desktop ports
- Native Command Queuing optimises drive command order for speed
Specifications
| Brand | Hitachi GST |
|---|---|
| Series | Deskstar 7K160 |
| Model | HDS721616PLA380 (0A32728) |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 3.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 160GB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | 8.5ms |
| Features | Native Command Queuing for maximum data speeds Thermal Monitoring and Fly Height Control for high reliability SMART Command Transport optimized response times RoHS Complaint |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Shipping weight | 0.54 kg |
| Package size | 152 × 102 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
What size drive bay and interface connector does the 3.5" SATA 3.0Gb/s drive require?
The drive fits a standard 3.5" internal bay and connects via a SATA 3.0Gb/s data cable plus a SATA power connector from the PSU.
Which jumper or BIOS setting is often missed when installing this Deskstar 7K160 as a secondary drive?
No jumpers are needed for SATA; the common oversight is forgetting to enable the SATA port in BIOS or initialising the disk in Disk Management before use.
How can I monitor the long-term health of the HDS721616PLA380 and when should I plan replacement?
Use SMART Command Transport data via tools like CrystalDiskInfo; watch for rising reallocated-sector counts or seek-time increases beyond the 8.5ms spec as replacement indicators.
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