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Silver 3.5 inch bare hard drive with IDE connector

Western Digital

Western Digital WD1600AVJB 160GB 7200 RPM 8MB IDE 3.5" internal hard drive

SKU CH-7CWR-6HPEP MPN WD1600AVJB

A 160GB 7200 RPM IDE desktop drive with 8MB cache built for 24/7 audio-video recording

  • Total capacity160 GB
  • Interface typeIDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Packaging typeBare Drive
  • Rotational speed7,200 RPM
  • Cache memory8 MB
  • 160 GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • 7200 RPM spindle speed enables fast data access
  • 8 MB cache buffers bursts for smooth playback
  • IDE Ultra ATA100 interface fits legacy desktop builds
  • Designed for 24/7 AV workloads with low heat and quiet operation

160GB IDE AV hard drive

The Western Digital WD1600AVJB is a 160GB 3.5-inch internal hard drive built for continuous audio-video workloads. It spins at 7200 RPM with an 8MB cache and connects through an IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 interface. The drive is supplied as a bare unit and is rated for 24/7 operation in media centres, surveillance recorders and digital signage players.

Suited for legacy AV systems.

This drive fits older desktop chassis and dedicated AV appliances that still use a 40-pin IDE connection and require quiet, cool running for always-on recording. It is not suitable for systems that lack an IDE port or that need higher throughput for contemporary editing or gaming workloads. Buyers who need larger capacities for extensive media libraries should also consider other options.

IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 interface

The single specification that determines compatibility is the IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 interface; the motherboard or controller must provide a matching 40-pin IDE channel. Without that connection the drive cannot be installed or used.

How it compares

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

Price $58.99
Cheaper than about 71% 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 $368.69 per TB
Pricier than about 88% of the 2,365 comparable items (median $62.21 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWestern Digital
Product lineAV
Model nameWD1600AVJB
Total capacity160 GB
Performance
Rotational speed7,200 RPM
Average seek time8.9 ms
Mean write time10.9 ms
Mean latency4.2 ms
Storage
Cache memory8 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeIDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size159 × 102 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

What motherboard interface is required for the IDE Ultra ATA100 connection?

The drive connects via an IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 interface, so the motherboard must provide a standard 40-pin IDE port supporting that mode.

Does the 7200 RPM spindle speed and 8MB cache work correctly with older IDE controllers?

The drive operates at the IDE Ultra ATA100 / ATA-6 specification; it will negotiate the highest speed the host controller supports.

How can I verify the drive is healthy after installation?

Check that the BIOS detects the full 160GB capacity and run the manufacturer diagnostic tool to confirm seek and write times match the 8.9ms and 10.9ms specifications.

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