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Silver 3.5-inch SATA hard drive with circuit board visible

HGST

HGST 0A39261 Deskstar 7K1000.C 160GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-SDES-P23YH MPN 0A39261

160 GB 7200 RPM 3.5-inch SATA desktop hard drive with up to 18% idle power savings over the previous generation

  • Total capacity160 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeRetail
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Key featuresUp to 18% idle power savings over previous generation produc
  • 160 GB capacity stores documents and media
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed delivers responsive desktop performance
  • SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface connects to standard motherboards
  • Up to 18 % idle power savings cuts energy draw
  • Halogen-free design reduces environmental impact

Deskstar 7K1000.C 160GB SATA drive

The HGST Deskstar 7K1000.C is a 160GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM. It connects through a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and is built for desktop computers that need reliable mechanical storage. The drive uses a halogen-free design and delivers up to 18 percent idle power savings over the previous generation product. It suits everyday computing workloads in consumer or commercial systems.

Compatibility check for SATA 3.0Gb/s

Verify that your motherboard or controller provides a free SATA 3.0Gb/s port and that the chassis has an available 3.5-inch drive bay with mounting points. Confirm the power supply includes a spare SATA power connector for the drive. The retail package may vary between retail and OEM packing, so check whether cables or brackets are included before installation.

Upgrade from lower-capacity or slower drives

This drive replaces older desktop hard drives with smaller capacities or lower rotational speeds. The 7200 RPM spindle and 13 percent media transfer rate boost over the predecessor make the jump worthwhile when faster sequential access matters. It is not for builders who need higher capacities, solid-state speeds, or modern interfaces beyond SATA 3.0Gb/s.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 3.5-Inch Internal Desktop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $30.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).
Total capacity 160 GB
Lower than about 94% of the 2,372 comparable items (median 2 TB).
Price per TB $193.69 per TB
Pricier than about 78% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHitachi GST
Product lineDeskstar 7K1000.C
Model name0A39261
Total capacity160 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size210 × 178 × 64 mm

Questions about this item

Does the retail box include mounting screws or a SATA cable, or must they be bought separately?

The drive is sold in retail packaging; mounting screws and SATA cables are not included and must be purchased separately.

The model number 0A39261 shows 160 GB — is this the only capacity offered in the Deskstar 7K1000.C series?

The Deskstar 7K1000.C series includes higher capacities up to 1 TB; this listing is for the 160 GB model only.

With a 3.0 Gb/s SATA link and 7200 RPM, what sustained transfer rate can I expect inside a typical desktop?

The drive delivers up to 13 % higher media transfer rates than the previous generation, reaching speeds that saturate the SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface in sequential workloads.

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