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Silver rectangular 2.5 inch SATA hard drive with label showing model HTS543216A7A384 and 160GB capacity

HGST

HGST Travelstar HTS543216A7A384 160GB 5400RPM SATA 2.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-6WB7-366RK

A 2.5 inch SATA hard drive with 160GB capacity, 5400RPM speed and 8MB cache

  • 160 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances performance and power use
  • SATA 3 Gb/s interface connects to most laptops and desktops
  • 8 MB cache buffer accelerates frequent read operations
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays and enclosures

HGST Travelstar 160GB SATA drive

The HGST Travelstar HTS543216A7A384 is a 160GB 2.5-inch internal hard drive spinning at 5400RPM with an 8MB buffer. It connects through a SATA 3Gb/s interface and is sold in new condition. This drive suits basic storage expansion in compatible laptops or small-form-factor desktops.

Suitable for light storage needs.

Users needing modest capacity for documents, media archives or a secondary operating-system volume will find the 160GB space adequate. The 5400RPM spindle and 3Gb/s link limit sustained throughput, so creators working with large video files, modern game libraries or database servers should consider higher-capacity, faster-spindle alternatives.

Steady 5400RPM operation under sustained load

During prolonged reads or writes the drive maintains its rated 5400RPM without thermal throttling, delivering consistent but modest sequential speeds. The 8MB cache absorbs small bursts, yet extended transfers settle at the mechanical limits of the spindle and SATA 3Gb/s bus. Acoustic output remains low and power draw stays modest throughout long sessions.

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Price $38.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 4,938 comparable items (median $107.99).

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Specifications

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Questions about this item

Does my laptop need a 2.5" SATA 3Gb/s bay to install this HTS543216A7A384 drive?

Yes — the drive fits a standard 2.5" SATA 3Gb/s slot, so your system must provide that bay and connector.

Will this 5400RPM Travelstar work in a machine that only supports SATA 1.5Gb/s?

The drive is backward-compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s controllers, though it will run at the slower link speed.

How can I verify the 160GB capacity and 8MB cache are recognised after installation?

Check the drive properties in your OS or BIOS — both should report 160GB and an 8MB buffer for this model.

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