Western Digital WD1600YD 160GB Hard Drive

The Western Digital WD1600YD is a 160GB internal hard drive engineered for enterprise-class performance and reliability. Designed to meet the demands of 24/7, high-duty cycle environments, this drive is ideal for applications such as video surveillance, enterprise backup, document management, and scientific computing.

Key Features

• Capacity: 160GB of storage space, suitable for various data-intensive applications.
• Interface: SATA 1.5Gb/s ensures efficient data transfer rates.
• Rotational Speed: Operates at 7200 RPM, providing quick access to stored data.
• Cache: Equipped with a 16MB buffer to enhance read and write operations.
• Form Factor: Standard 3.5-inch design, compatible with a wide range of systems.

Performance Specifications

• Maximum External Data Transfer Rate: 150 MB/s (1.2 Gbps).
• Maximum Internal Data Transfer Rate: 93.5 MB/s (748 Mbps).
• Average Latency: 4.20 ms.
• Average Seek Time: 8.9 ms.

Reliability and Durability

• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1,000,000 hours, indicating high reliability.
• Operating Shock: 65G at 2ms, ensuring durability under operational conditions.
• Non-operating Shock: 300G at 2ms, providing resilience during handling and transport.

Physical Dimensions

• Height: 1.0 inch.
• Width: 4.0 inches.
• Depth: 5.8 inches.
• Weight: Approximately 1.32 lbs.

Power Requirements

• Input Voltage: 5V DC and 12V DC.

The WD1600YD’s combination of performance, reliability, and enterprise-class features makes it a solid choice for demanding storage environments.