Name: MK1661GSYG Toshiba 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps 2.5-Inch Hard Drive
Brand: Toshiba
SKU: MK1661GSYG
Price: 246.10 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (124 reviews)

Product Overview
The MK1661GSYG Toshiba 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps 2.5-Inch Hard Drive offers reliable storage performance in a compact size. It's often used in laptops or portable devices that require a balance of speed and capacity without bulk.

General Information
Brand	Toshiba
Part Number	MK1661GSYG

Technical Information
Capacity	160GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Disk Format	2.5-inch SATA II (3.0 Gbps)
Cache	8 MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Laptop

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA

Physical Characteristics
Height	9.5 mm
Width	69.85 mm
Depth	100 mm
Dimensions	9.5 x 69.85 x 100 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	3.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
This Toshiba 160GB hard drive is built for efficient storage and quick access in smaller devices. Often found in laptops and compact desktop systems, it delivers a balance of capacity and speed suited for everyday computing tasks. Designed with a 2.5-inch size, it fits into tight spaces where larger drives can't, making it a practical choice for users needing dependable internal storage without sacrificing performance. Key Features Offers 160GB of storage to hold documents, media, and applications 7200 RPM speed cuts down data retrieval times compared to slower drives SATA 3Gbps interface provides stable and compatible connectivity 2.5-inch form factor is perfect for laptops and slim devices Durable construction suitable for everyday use and moderate mobility This drive is typically deployed inside laptops and portable external enclosures, where space and performance matter. It plays a key role in balancing speed and storage for users who don't require high-capacity drives but need consistent access to their data.

Use Cases
The Toshiba MK1661GSYG 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps 2.5-Inch Hard Drive is primarily utilized in environments where compact form factor and performance are critical. It is well-suited for mobile workstations and embedded systems requiring moderate storage capacity paired with faster data retrieval speeds. How It's Used: Upgrading storage in legacy laptop systems used by field engineers requiring quick data access. Integration into industrial control units demanding reliable and consistent disk performance in constrained spaces. Deployment in portable medical imaging devices where data throughput and storage must balance physical size limitations. Use within embedded systems for point-of-sale terminals managing transactional data efficiently. Installation in compact edge computing devices to support local data caching and processing workloads. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering faster spindle speeds within a small footprint, enabling devices in space-constrained environments to maintain reliable performance. Its SATA 3Gbps interface ensures smooth data transfers essential for workloads demanding responsiveness without the overhead of larger storage solutions.