ST3160211AS
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| ST3160211AS | 160 | 40 | 19 | 15 | 0.53 | 0.57 | 30.85 | 15.69 |
The measurement of the ST3160211AS was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ST3160211AS under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ST3160211AS should be used.
ST3160211AS - Technical Specifications and Features
The ST3160211AS is a Seagate hard disk drive (HDD) with a capacity of 160 GB. It is part of the Barracuda 7200.9 series that was released in the mid-2000s. Here are some of the technical specifications of the ST3160211AS:
Capacity: 160 GB
Interface: SATA I (1.5 Gb/s)
Speed: 7200 RPM
Cache: 2 MB
Form Factor: 3.5 inch
This hard drive is relatively obsolete by today's standards, as modern hard drives offer much higher capacities and faster data transfer rates. However, you might still find this hard drive in use in some older computers.
Additional information about the ST3160211AS:
Technology: This is a traditional HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and not an SSD (Solid State Drive). HDDs are generally slower and more susceptible to physical damage than SSDs.
Performance Features: The ST3160211AS supports basic features such as NCQ (Native Command Queuing), which improves performance by efficiently managing disk access.
Advanced Features Missing: This drive does not have advanced features such as APM (Advanced Power Management) or acoustic management features that are common in newer drives.
Firmware Updates: Information about firmware updates for this drive can be found on the [Seagate website](https://www.seagate.com).
Uses and Lifespan Considerations:
Although the ST3160211AS has lower capacity and speed compared to current drives, it can still be useful in certain scenarios. It is suitable, for example, as a replacement part for older computers or for use in environments where large storage capacity and speed are not required.
Conclusion:
The ST3160211AS is a solid choice for systems that do not require high performance and offers a simple and cost-effective solution for data storage in older computers. However, its limited capacity and performance make it unsuitable for use in modern systems.
For current needs for high storage capacity and fast data transfers, newer hard drives or SSDs should be considered.
ST3160211AS and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of ST3160211AS.
The ST3160211AS is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ST3160211AS regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.