Seagate
Seagate ST3160212A BarraCuda 7200.9 160GB 7200 RPM 2MB Cache IDE 3.5" internal hard drive
160 GB desktop hard drive with 7200 RPM, 2 MB cache, 11 ms seek time and IDE Ultra ATA100 interface
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceIDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6
- Capacity160GB
- RPM7200 RPM
- Cache2MB
- Average Seek Time11ms
- 160 GB capacity stores your operating system and files
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers super-fast performance
- 2 MB cache buffers data for responsive access
- IDE Ultra ATA100 interface connects to legacy motherboards
- Whisper-quiet acoustics keep the system silent
160GB IDE desktop drive
The Seagate ST3160212A is a 160GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for legacy desktop systems that still use the IDE Ultra ATA100 interface. It spins at 7200 RPM with a 2MB cache and targets owners of older PCs or industrial equipment who need a new replacement drive for existing bays.
Installation notes for bare IDE drive
Supplied as a bare drive without cables, brackets or mounting screws, so installers must reuse hardware from the system being repaired. The 40-pin IDE connector and standard 3.5-inch form factor fit directly into legacy drive bays, but users must set the master or slave jumper correctly and ensure the host BIOS recognises the full 160GB capacity.
Sustained workload behaviour
Average seek time is 11ms and average write time is 12ms, with 4.16ms latency reflecting the 7200 RPM spindle speed. The 2MB cache provides modest buffering for sequential transfers, while the manufacturer highlights rugged shock resistance for reliable operation during extended read and write sessions in desktop environments.
Punti di forza
- 160 GB capacity stores your operating system and files
- 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers super-fast performance
- 2 MB cache buffers data for responsive access
- IDE Ultra ATA100 interface connects to legacy motherboards
- Whisper-quiet acoustics keep the system silent
Caratteristiche tecniche
| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Series | BarraCuda 7200.9 |
| Model | ST3160212A |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 |
| Capacity | 160GB |
| RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Cache | 2MB |
| Average Seek Time | 11ms |
| Average Write Time | 12ms |
| Average Latency | 4.16ms |
| Features | Super-fast performance Whisper-quiet acoustics Rugged and efficient system design Best-in-class operating and non-operating shock resistance for excellent reliability Great value RoHS (restriction of hazardous substances) compliant |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Peso di spedizione | 0.68 kg |
| Dimensioni del pacco | 203 × 152 × 51 mm |
Domande su questo articolo
How can I confirm the ST3160212A is performing correctly after installation?
Run a diagnostic tool and verify the drive reports 160GB capacity, 7200 RPM speed and an average seek time near 11ms with write time around 12ms.
What comes with the bare-drive ST3160212A and what must I source separately?
The box contains only the 3.5" IDE Ultra ATA100 hard drive itself; you will need to provide an IDE data cable, a 4-pin Molex power connector and mounting screws.
Which capacity version of the BarraCuda 7200.9 ST3160212A should I select?
This model is offered in a single 160GB capacity, so there is no alternative version to choose from.
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