Requirements system
The WD1600YS Western Digital 160GB 7.2K RPM 16MB Buffer SATA-II 300 Hard Drive has certain system requirements that must be met in order for it to function properly. These include:
- A system with a SATA-II interface: The hard drive uses the SATA-II interface for data transfer, so the system it is being installed in must also have a SATA-II interface.
- An available 3.5 inch drive bay: The hard drive is a 3.5 inch drive, so it must be installed in a 3.5 inch drive bay.
- A power supply with a 12V and 5V SATA power connector: The hard drive requires both a 12V and 5V power supply, which is provided through a SATA power connector.
- Operating system compatibility: The hard drive is compatible with a wide range of operating systems such as Windows, Mac OS, Linux and more.
- System memory: It is recommended to have at least 512MB of system memory for optimal performance.
It is always recommended to check the system requirements before making a purchase of Hard drive.
Capacity and storage options
The WD1600YS Western Digital 160GB 7.2K RPM 16MB Buffer SATA-II 300 Hard Drive is a hard disk drive that offers a storage capacity of 160GB. This capacity is suitable for storing large amounts of data such as videos, music, documents, and images.
Storage options include a 7200 RPM spindle speed and a 16MB buffer size, which allows for fast data transfer and access times. The hard drive also uses the SATA-II interface, which provides a maximum data transfer rate of 300MB/s.
This hard drive is suitable for use as a primary storage option in desktops and servers, as well as for backup and archiving purposes. It is also a suitable option for users who need a large amount of storage space for their data but do not require the higher speeds of solid-state drives.
Comparison products
When comparing the WD1600YS Western Digital 160GB 7.2K RPM 16MB Buffer SATA-II 300 Hard Drive to similar products, there are a few key factors to consider:
- Capacity: The WD1600YS offers a storage capacity of 160GB, which is suitable for storing large amounts of data. Other similar hard drives may offer different storage capacities, such as 250GB or 320GB.
- Spindle speed: The WD1600YS has a spindle speed of 7200 RPM, which is faster than some other hard drives that may have a spindle speed of 5400 RPM.
- Buffer size: The WD1600YS has a buffer size of 16MB, which is larger than some other hard drives that may have a buffer size of 8MB.
- Interface: The WD1600YS uses the SATA-II interface, which provides a maximum data transfer rate of 300MB/s. Some other hard drives may use the SATA-III interface, which provides a higher data transfer rate of 6 Gb/s.
- Reliability and durability: The WD1600YS is known for its reliability and durability, which is a factor to consider when comparing it to other hard drives.
- Price: The price of the WD1600YS and similar products can vary, depending on the brand, capacity, and other factors.
It's always good to compare different brands and models of hard drives in terms of their specifications and features before making a purchase decision.
General Information:
Manufacturer : Western Digital Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number : WD1600YS
Brand Name : Western Digital
Sub-Type : 160GB 7.2K RPM SATA-II
Type : Hard Drive (HDD)
Technical Information:
Storage Capacity : 160B
Rotational Speed : 7.2K RPM
Drive Interface : SATA-II
Buffer : 16 MB
Physical Characteristics:
Drive Type : Internal
Drive Bay Width : 3.5"
About Refurbished Products
Serial advanced technology attachment denoted as SATA or Serial ATA, or S-ATA is a computer bus interface mostly connecting host bus adapters to mass storage devices including hard drives. It is the most commonly used technology to connect hard drives to a PC's motherboard.
There have been multiple versions of the SATA interface developed to meet the need for increased storage capacity and bandwidth. The SATA technology was first introduced in 2000 to replace ATA and PATA to provide faster data transfer rates and hot-swapping. Advanced host controller interface (AHCI) is the standard interface for SATA which supports hot swapping and native command queuing (NCQ). Hot swapping refers to the ability to replace components of a computer system without having to shut down the entire system. NCQ allows improved performance through the ability to augment the orders of implementation of reading/writing commands. That means commands will be rescheduled and permits the host to send more commands to the hard drive as it searches data for another command. The 6Gbps data transfer throughout makes it superior to previous technologies such as ATA and PATA. SATA is able to run in IDE emulation mode, but it will not support advanced features.
We have helped all our clients across the board to understand how the technology works with HDDs, SSDs, and modules by knowing the specifications of the different SATA versions. A good grasp of these versions of SATA helps in the identification of the right storage capacity options for your application.
SATA II HDD generation or SATA 2.0 of the SATA technology is part of a series of revisions that happened in 2003, 2004, and 2008 that culminated in SATA III or SATA 3.0. With every revision, there was an increase in speed and additional features that support speed and allow for reliable storage drives. However, the physical appearance of the SATA connector was not altered. SATA III is the most commonly used SATA interface and has been through five revisions from 3.1 to 3.5.
SATA II hard disk was previously referred to as SATA 3Gbps which reflected its speeds. This second generation of the SATA technology has a SATA interface with 3Gbps transfer speed and a bandwidth throughput of 300MB/s. The following are SATA II drives you can choose from depending on specific need: 1.5TB-5.4K RPM, 1.5TB-5.9K RPM, 1.5TB-7200 RPM, 160GB-5.4K RPM, 160GB-7.2K RPM, 1TB-5.9K RPM, 1TB-7.2K RPM, 200GB-7.2K RPM, 250GB-5.4K RPM, 250GB-5.9K RPM, 250GB-7.2K RPM, 2TB-5.4K RPM, 2TB-5.9K RPM, 2TB-7200 RPM, 300GB-10K RPM, 300GB-7.2K RPM, 320GB-5.4K RPM, 320GB-7.2K RPM, 3TB-7.2K RPM, 400GB-7.2K RPM and 360GB-7200 RPM.
Notable features of SATA II include:
- Hot plugging – refers to the ability to change a drive as the computer runs.
- Staggered Spin Up – refers to the ability to start disk drives in sequence to ensure even power load at the starting of the system.
- Native command queuing – SATA 2.0 drives have an in-built algorithm that chooses the most efficient order to execute commands to improve performance and efficiency. The feature helps to reduce mechanical overhead and improve performance.
- Port multipliers – these help to connect as many as 15 drives to a SATA controller. This feature facilitates the easier building of disk enclosures using SATA drives.
- Port selectors – the feature allows the connection of two hosts to one drive. It helps create redundancy to the drive connection which is very critical in enterprise environments. That means if one of the hosts experiences failure, the second host will take over thereby ensuring continued access to storage.
All SATA generations are compatible both forward and backward. It, therefore, means that SATA II hard disk is backward compatible to function with SATA I ports. Likewise, SATA III is compatible backward to function with SATA I and SATA II ports. In backward compatibility, the maximum speed of the drive will slow down in line with the speed limitations of the port it is connected to. The same is true for lower SATA generations being compatible with higher SATA generations but are limited to their inbuilt speeds.
For users seeking greater speeds than the SATA III limits at 1.5Gbps, 3Gbps, and 6Gbps, there are M.2 and NVMe drives that offer greater performance. These drives have no limitations and will perform more efficiently and are chosen by users focused on speed and performance above everything else.
We have different motherboards with SATA connections and more particularly with SATA II connections and will come with a few SATA cables for the connections that you will use to build a new rig or do upgrades on a rig. Choose from the wide range of SATA cables dependent on what you need and especially when upgrading an older hard drive or other components on your computer. To ensure that you achieve enhanced speeds and performance, you need to buy SATA cables and adapters for compatibility. It may help to depend on profile and budget to get the latest SATA III standard.
You can fully trust our team to walk you through the options available with SATA II technology and help you choose the best storage for your applications.
Warranty
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What does ALLHDD.Com warranty cover?
30-days to 3 years warranty:
Replacement or refund. In the case of material defects, we will try to replace the product first. The product will be replaced before the expiration of the original warranty. For any failure of hardware, if we cannot process the replacement of the product(s)/model(s), we will refund the original selling/invoiced price. The shipping costs and sales tax, if any, are non-refundable. ALLHDD retains the right to decide whether the item(s) will process for replacement or refund.
What is not covered by our warranty?
The reason why our warranty does not cover any problem caused by the following conditions:
(a) misuse of hardware; accidental damage; carelessness product(s) damage; shock; temperature beyond the specification of any product; faulty installation; operation; modification of goods;
(b) any misuse outside the instructions in the user manual for any specific product;
(c) damaged caused by other hardware or equipment. The warranty will void if the item is returned with physical damage, damage to the retail box, removed from the box, counterfeit labels/labelled by them, or any modifications of internal and external covers. Data loss or damages to any other equipment we do not cover by our offered warranty.
What is the Manufacturer/Brand Warranty?
In general, a manufacturer's warranty service/support is a written guarantee to the buyer of a product. Its terms assure the replacement or repair of the product, if necessary, within a specified period after the purchase (2-5 years depending on the brand/manufacturer). It is typically included in the price of the product. Products are brand new and sealed and the original manufacturer box is complete with the Manufacturer's genuine warranty. For most of the brand new/retail products that come with the manual and box, exceptions may apply (i.e., Cisco, Juniper Networks).
For the server parts (i.e., Dell, HPE) to get Full coverage of the warranty server must have a full 3- 5 years warranty. However, ALLHDD.COM will cover the warranty duration if any Manufacturer doesn't support the advertised warranty and there is no refund for those.
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Important notes:
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Individual product warranty mentioned on each item product description page/detail page.
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