Name: WD1600YS-23SHB0 Western Digital 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps 16MB Cache HDD
Brand: Western Digital
SKU: WD1600YS-23SHB0
Price: 188.82 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Western Digital RE 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps hard drive is a dependable storage solution often used in enterprise and server environments. It offers a balance of speed and reliability suited for steady data access in medium-capacity systems.

General Information
Brand	Western Digital
Part Number	WD1600YS-23SHB0

Technical Information
Capacity	160GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	3.5-inch SATA HDD
Cache	16MB
Spindle Speed	7200 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Server,RAID,Enterprise
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SATA 3GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Height	1.028 in (26.1 mm)
Width	4.00 in (101.6 mm)
Depth	5.787 in (147 mm)
Dimensions	1.028 x 4.00 x 5.787 in (26.1 x 101.6 x 147 mm)
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, TUV

Product Description
The Western Digital RE 160GB internal hard drive is built for dependable storage in enterprise and data center environments. It offers consistent performance suitable for servers, workstations, and systems requiring reliable disk access. Often found in RAID setups or high-demand applications, this drive balances capacity with speed, making it a practical choice for IT professionals managing mid-range storage solutions. Key Features 16MB cache helps smooth out data transfer bursts 7200 RPM speed reduces latency for faster read/write SATA 3Gbps interface supports efficient communication with host systems Designed with enterprise-grade durability and reliability in mind 3.5-inch form factor fits standard desktop and server bays This hard drive is commonly deployed in business servers and workstations where steady performance and durability matter. It plays a key role in handling day-to-day storage tasks without frequent downtime or failures.

Use Cases
The Western Digital 160GB 7200RPM SATA 3Gbps hard drive is primarily utilized in medium-capacity enterprise storage solutions where consistent performance and reliability are critical. It is suited for IT environments requiring stable, high-speed data access without the need for very high storage density. How It's Used: Deployment in small to medium business server racks to handle transactional databases. Integration into virtualization hosts supporting moderate workloads in enterprise IT. Use within edge computing nodes where reliable local storage is necessary for real-time data processing. Inclusion in backup storage systems for remote offices requiring dependable data retention. Deployment in storage clusters where balanced I/O performance and endurance are required. This hard drive supports operational efficiency by delivering consistent throughput and responsiveness in environments with moderate storage demands. Its balance of capacity and performance aids in scaling infrastructure without compromising data access speeds within enterprise and SMB contexts.