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Refurbished 2.5 inch SATA laptop hard drive, silver metal casing

Seagate Refurbished

Seagate ST160LM003 160GB 5400 RPM laptop hard drive

SKU CH-P2CZ-3GKP8 MPN ST160LM003

A 160 GB laptop hard drive with 5400 RPM speed and G-Force Protection for drop safety

  • Total capacity160 GB
  • Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • Rotational speed5,400 RPM
  • Key featuresG-Force Protection technology can protect your data even if
  • G-Force Protection safeguards data if the laptop is dropped
  • Smart Align eases transition to 4K sectors without utilities
  • Self-Encrypting Drive option provides FIPS 140-2 validated security
  • 5400 RPM spindle speed balances performance and power draw
  • 160 GB capacity stores everyday files and applications

Seagate Momentus 160GB SATA drive

This refurbished 160GB laptop hard drive uses a SATA 3.0Gb/s interface and spins at 5400 RPM with an 8MB cache. It includes G-Force Protection to help safeguard data if the notebook is dropped and Smart Align for a simple transition to 4K sector formatting. The drive is suited for replacing a failed drive in an older notebook or for basic storage expansion.

Buyers needing higher capacity

This drive suits users who need a direct, low-capacity replacement for a legacy SATA laptop bay. It does not meet the needs of buyers who want more storage space, faster data transfer rates, or a modern solid-state alternative. Systems requiring a newer interface or larger cache will not be compatible with this specification.

SATA 3.0Gb/s interface decides compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the SATA 3.0Gb/s interface; the notebook must support this exact connection standard. Verify the laptop’s drive bay accepts a 2.5-inch SATA drive before purchase. The 5400 RPM speed and 8MB cache define the performance level you can expect.

How it compares

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

Price $28.99
Cheaper than about 91% 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 $181.19 per TB
Cheaper than about 59% of the 416 comparable items (median $233.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSeagate
Product lineMomentus
Model nameST160LM003
Total capacity160 GB
Performance
Rotational speed5,400 RPM
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA 3.0Gb/s
Size & build
Shipping weight0.09 kg
Package size513 × 227 × 14 mm

Questions about this item

Should I pick this 160 GB model or look for a larger capacity?

This drive provides 160 GB of storage. If you need more space for applications or media, choose a higher-capacity drive; if 160 GB fits your workload, this model is sufficient.

What does 5400 RPM mean for everyday laptop use?

The 5400 RPM spindle speed delivers quiet, low-power operation suitable for routine tasks such as web browsing, office work and video playback.

How does the SATA 3.0 Gb/s interface limit real-world speed?

The SATA 3.0 Gb/s link caps maximum transfer at 3.0 Gb/s, so sustained read and write rates will not exceed that ceiling even if the drive mechanics could go faster.

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