Name: ST3160812AS Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps 8MB Cache 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: ST3160812AS
Price: 121.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 160GB drive is a solid internal hard disk aimed at desktop users who want dependable storage for daily use. It slots easily into typical PC setups and offers consistent speed and capacity for handling a range of data, from work files to media collections.

General Information
Brand	Seagate
Part Number	ST3160812AS

Technical Information
Capacity	160GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA II (3.0 Gb/s), 7200 RPM, 8MB cache
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Desktop PC, Workstation
MTBF	750,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	146.05 mm
Dimensions	26.1 x 101.6 x 146.05 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 160GB hard drive is designed to provide reliable and fast storage for desktop computers. Often found in home and office PCs, this drive handles everyday tasks such as file storage, software installation, and media playback. Built for users needing dependable storage with solid speed, it suits gamers, professionals, and casual users alike. This drive blends capacity and performance without the complexity of enterprise-level equipment. Key Features High spindle speed allows for smooth multitasking and faster file access Compact 3.5-inch form factor fits standard desktop bays 8MB cache reduces lag during data operations SATA 3Gbps interface supports quick data transfers Designed with durability in mind for everyday computing This hard drive is commonly deployed in personal desktops where steady performance and storage reliability matter. It helps users maintain their data and run applications efficiently without frequent upgrades. In practical use, it balances speed and capacity for tasks like gaming, office work, and media storage, making it a practical choice for a wide range of desktop setups.

Use Cases
The Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 160GB internal hard drive is commonly deployed in small to medium-sized business desktop environments and home office workstations where reliable and consistent storage performance is required. It suits users needing dependable data access for routine tasks such as document management, multimedia editing, and application hosting without demanding enterprise-level capacities. How It's Used: Desktop PCs for SMB staff handling daily office applications and data storage. Entry-level workstation setups running light content creation or CAD applications. Home offices requiring stable storage for file backups and multimedia libraries. Legacy systems in need of SATA-based storage upgrades for improved responsiveness. Development environments where moderate read/write performance supports testing and deployment. By delivering consistent spindle speeds and SATA connectivity, this drive supports operational continuity in typical desktop workloads. Its capacity and cache balance ensure sustained performance for environments where scalability is managed through incremental hardware upgrades rather than large-scale storage solutions.