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Seagate Pipeline HD ST3160310CS 160GB 5900 RPM 8MB SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive
A 3.5" SATA drive holding 160GB at 5900 RPM with 8MB cache, built for 24x7 operation and 10 simultaneous HD streams
- PackagingBare Drive
- InterfaceSATA 3.0Gb/s
- Capacity160GB
- RPM5900 RPM
- Cache8MB
- Average Latency5.1ms
- Supports 10 simultaneous HD streams for smooth playback
- 5900 RPM spindle speed keeps power draw low
- 8 MB cache buffers data for steady throughput
- 24×7 rated operation handles always-on workloads
- Operates up to 75 °C for demanding environments
Built for always-on video storage
The Seagate Pipeline HD ST3160310CS is a 160GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive designed for 24x7 operation in digital video recorders and media servers. Its firmware is tuned for smooth streaming rather than random-access speed, making it a fit for surveillance appliances or set-top boxes that write continuously.
Capacity and streaming headroom
The drive holds 160GB and is rated to sustain a minimum of 10 simultaneous HD streams, giving enough headroom for multi-camera recording or multi-room playback. Performance drops off when the workload shifts to heavy random I/O or operating-system duties, so it is not suited for boot drives or general-purpose desktop storage.
Thermals, noise and power draw
Rated to operate up to 75°C, the drive runs cool and quiet thanks to its 5900 RPM spindle and low-power profile, drawing minimal electricity during constant read-write cycles. Average latency sits at 5.1ms, and the 8MB cache helps smooth the steady sequential flows typical of video workloads.
Highlights
- Supports 10 simultaneous HD streams for smooth playback
- 5900 RPM spindle speed keeps power draw low
- 8 MB cache buffers data for steady throughput
- 24×7 rated operation handles always-on workloads
- Operates up to 75 °C for demanding environments
Specifications
| Brand | Seagate |
|---|---|
| Series | Pipeline HD |
| Model | ST3160310CS |
| Packaging | Bare Drive |
| Interface | SATA 3.0Gb/s |
| Capacity | 160GB |
| RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Cache | 8MB |
| Average Latency | 5.1ms |
| Features | Tuned to balance high-performance with low power consumption, Pipeline HD drives can support a minimum of 10 simultaneous streams of HD content Eco-friendly, best in class power performance is easy on the environment while also enabling strict energy conservation programs such as Energy Star Seagate Soft Sonic motor technology enables years of ultra-quiet, worry free operation with acoustic performance as low as 1.9bels Designed for cool, quiet, worry free, 24x7 operations 365 days a year. Always on, always reliable Seagate Think Green certified, Pipeline HD drives are more than gree |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Shipping weight | 0.41 kg |
| Package size | 146 × 102 × 25 mm |
Questions about this item
Will the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface on this ST3160310CS work with my older motherboard that only has SATA 1.5Gb/s ports?
Yes, the drive is backward compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s ports, though it will run at the slower 1.5Gb/s transfer rate.
How can I verify the 5900 RPM drive is performing correctly after installation?
Check that the drive is detected in BIOS, run a SMART health test, and confirm sustained transfer rates are consistent with a 5900 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s drive.
Does the bare drive ST3160310CS include mounting screws or a SATA cable, or must I buy them separately?
The bare drive includes neither mounting screws nor a SATA cable; both must be purchased separately.
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