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SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG HM160JI 160GB 5400 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 1.5Gb/s 2.5" laptop hard drive

SKU CH-NRDV-4TH4K MPN HM160JI

A 160 GB, 2.5 inch laptop drive spinning at 5400 RPM with 8 MB cache and a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface

  • Total capacity160 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 1.5Gb/s
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • Average seek time12 ms
  • 160 GB capacity stores documents and media
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances performance with quiet operation
  • 8 MB cache smooths frequent read and write tasks
  • SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface fits older laptop motherboards
  • Fluid Dynamic Bearing motor reduces noise and wear

Samsung Spinpoint M Series 160GB laptop drive

The Samsung Spinpoint M Series HM160JI is a 160GB 2.5 inch internal hard drive built for notebooks. It spins at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache and connects through a SATA 1.5Gb/s interface. The bare drive uses TuMR head technology with wireless suspension design and a fluid dynamic bearing spindle motor. It is supplied in new condition.

Suits older laptop repairs and light storage needs

This drive fits 2.5 inch SATA bays in legacy notebooks or external enclosures where a 160GB capacity is sufficient. The 5400 RPM speed and 12ms average seek time serve basic file storage and operating system duties. Buyers who want more storage capacity or faster data transfer rates should look at something else. Systems requiring a SATA 3Gb/s or 6Gb/s link will not benefit from the 1.5Gb/s interface.

Straightforward 2.5 inch SATA installation

Installation follows the standard 2.5 inch SATA process: secure the drive in the bay or caddy, attach the data and power connectors, then initialise the drive in the operating system. The bare drive packaging means no mounting screws or cables are included. The SATA 1.5Gb/s interface may limit throughput on newer controllers that expect higher link speeds. Load/unload head technology and SilentSeek features help reduce mechanical wear and acoustic noise during operation.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 2.5-Inch Internal Laptop HDDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $83.99
Pricier than about 59% of the 645 comparable items (median $66.99).
Total capacity 160 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 419 comparable items (median 320 GB).
Price per TB $524.94 per TB
Pricier than about 78% of the 416 comparable items (median $233.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSAMSUNG
Product lineSpinpoint M Series
Model nameHM160JI
Total capacity160 GB
Performance
Average seek time12 ms
Mean latency5.6 ms
Rotational speed5,400 RPM
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 1.5Gb/s
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size152 × 102 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Will this 2.5" SATA drive fit and power up in my laptop without an adapter?

The 2.5" form factor and SATA 1.5Gb/s interface match the standard drive bay and power connector found in most laptops built for 2.5" SATA drives.

Can I pair this 5400 RPM drive with an older SATA 1.5Gb/s controller and still have it recognised?

Yes, the drive's native SATA 1.5Gb/s interface works directly with first-generation SATA controllers without needing a speed negotiation step.

After installing the drive, how can I confirm the 8MB cache and 12ms seek time are active?

Run the drive manufacturer's diagnostic utility or a SMART tool; it will report the cache size and seek performance figures stored in the drive firmware.

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