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Silver 3.5 inch SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

Seagate

Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3160813AS 160GB 7200RPM SATA internal hard drive

SKU CH-Q9P2-27WK9

A 160 GB desktop hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM with an 8 MB cache and a SATA 3 Gb/s interface

  • 160 GB desktop storage with 7200 RPM speed
  • 8 MB cache for quick data access
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility
  • Perpendicular recording increases density and reliability
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays

Capacity and interface

The Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3160813AS is a 160GB internal hard drive built for desktop systems that use a SATA 3Gb/s connection. It spins at 7200RPM and includes an 8MB cache to serve everyday storage tasks.

Sustained workload behaviour

The drive combines 7200RPM motor speed with second-generation perpendicular recording to maintain consistent data transfer rates during extended read and write sessions. Low power consumption helps keep performance stable without thermal throttling under continuous load.

Thermals noise and power

Low power consumption reduces heat output during normal desktop operation. The mechanical design with fewer moving parts contributes to quieter running and supports reliable long-term use in standard 3.5-inch drive bays.

Highlights

  • 160 GB desktop storage with 7200 RPM speed
  • 8 MB cache for quick data access
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface for broad compatibility
  • Perpendicular recording increases density and reliability
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How much heat and noise does the 7200RPM drive produce when running all day?

The 7200RPM spindle speed and 3.5" form factor generate typical desktop HDD heat and audible seek noise; ensure your case has adequate airflow over the drive bay.

What existing connector and bay does the ST3160813AS need to work?

A free SATA data port, a SATA power connector from your PSU and an open 3.5" drive bay are required for installation.

Will the 8MB cache and 3Gb/s SATA link keep up with an older Core 2 Duo system I still use?

The 8MB buffer and 3Gb/s interface match period-correct chipsets, so the drive will perform as expected on legacy SATA controllers.

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