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HGST Travelstar 5K160 HTS541612J9SA00 120GB 5400 RPM 8MB SATA 1.5Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive
A 120 GB 2.5" laptop hard drive spinning at 5400 RPM with 8 MB cache and a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 1.5Gb/s
- Capacity120GB
- Cache8MB
- Average Seek Time11ms
- RPM5400 RPM
- 120GB capacity stores documents and media
- 5400 RPM spindle delivers quiet everyday performance
- 8MB cache speeds up frequent file access
- SATA 1.5Gb/s interface fits legacy laptop bays
- Perpendicular magnetic recording boosts data reliability
120 GB SATA laptop drive
The HGST Travelstar 5K160 HTS541612J9SA00 is a 2.5 inch internal hard drive built for notebook computers. It connects through a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface and spins at 5400 RPM with an 8 MB cache. The bare drive arrives new and uses perpendicular magnetic recording for reliable data storage in mobile systems.
Capacity and headroom
The 120 GB capacity suits operating system installs, office applications and modest media libraries. Average seek time of 11 ms and the 5400 RPM spindle deliver adequate throughput for everyday tasks. The drive runs out of space quickly with large game libraries, video editing projects or extensive local backups.
Build integration
The 2.5 inch form factor fits standard laptop drive bays and SATA caddies without adapters. Low power utilisation helps preserve battery life in portable machines. The SATA 1.5Gb/s link limits peak transfer rates, so the drive will not saturate a faster SATA controller. Buyers needing higher capacities or faster interfaces should consider other options.
Highlights
- 120GB capacity stores documents and media
- 5400 RPM spindle delivers quiet everyday performance
- 8MB cache speeds up frequent file access
- SATA 1.5Gb/s interface fits legacy laptop bays
- Perpendicular magnetic recording boosts data reliability
Specifications
| Brand | Hitachi GST |
|---|---|
| Series | Travelstar 5K160 |
| Model | HTS541612J9SA00 (0A28843) |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 1.5Gb/s |
| Capacity | 120GB |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | 11ms |
| RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Features | High reliability mobile drive using perpendicular magnetic recording (PMR) Best-in-class for low-power utilization Outstanding performance |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
| Shipping weight | 0.45 kg |
| Package size | 152 × 102 × 51 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the SATA 1.5Gb/s interface on this 2.5" drive work with my older laptop that only supports SATA 1.5Gb/s?
Yes, the HGST Travelstar 5K160 HTS541612J9SA00 uses a native SATA 1.5Gb/s interface, so it matches the older laptop's controller without needing a bridge or adapter.
How can I verify the 5400 RPM mechanism and 8MB cache are operating correctly after installation?
Run the manufacturer's diagnostic utility or a SMART tool; the drive should report 5400 RPM spindle speed, 8MB cache size and an average seek time around 11ms when healthy.
The listing says Bare Drive — does the box include mounting screws, a SATA cable or a caddy for my 2.5" bay?
Bare Drive packaging supplies only the HTS541612J9SA00 unit itself; mounting screws, a SATA data cable and any 2.5" caddy or bracket must be sourced separately.
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