WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device | 160 | 165 | 71 | 69 | 0.60 | 1.55 | 8.80 | 2.67 |
The measurement of the WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device should be used.
The WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0 is a 2.5 inch hard drive from Western Digital designed for use in portable computers and other mobile devices. It belongs to the WD Scorpio Blue series known for its reliability and performance. Here is a comprehensive description of the technical details, features and application areas of the WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0.
Technical Details
1. Model and Name:
- Model Number: WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0
- Product Line: WD Scorpio Blue
- Capacity: 160 GB
2. Interface:
- Interface: SATA II (3 Gb/s). This interface allows a maximum transfer rate of up to 3 Gbit/s (375 MB/s), which is sufficient for many applications.
3. Form Factor:
- Form Factor: 2.5 inch. This form factor is standard for internal hard drives in laptops and portable computers because it allows for a compact design.
4. Storage technology:
- Storage technology: Platter-based. The hard drive uses rotating plates (platters) and a read/write head to store and retrieve data.
5. Read/write speed:
- Maximum data transfer rate: Up to 120 MB/s. This speed describes the maximum data transfer rate that the hard drive can achieve under optimal conditions.
- Rotational speed: 5400 RPM (revolutions per minute). This rotational speed is typical for mobile hard drives and offers a balance between performance and energy consumption.
6. Cache:
- Cache memory: 8 MB. The cache helps to store and retrieve frequently used data more quickly, which improves the overall performance of the hard drive.
7. Error Correction:
- Error Correction: The hard drive uses error correction technologies such as ECC (Error Correction Code) to improve data integrity and prevent data loss.
8. Power Consumption:
- Energy Efficiency: The hard drive is designed to have low power consumption, which is particularly beneficial for laptops and portable devices.
9. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures):
- Lifespan: The MTBF is typically around 500,000 to 1,000,000 hours, indicating high reliability of the hard drive.
10. Operating System Compatibility:
- Compatibility: The hard drive is compatible with most modern operating systems, including Windows, macOS and Linux.
Features
1. High Storage Capacity:
- 160 GB storage space: Provides enough space for the operating system, basic applications, and a collection of personal data or media.
2. Fast data transfer:
- SATA II interface: Enables read and write speeds of up to 120 MB/s, suitable for everyday tasks and applications.
3. Low power consumption:
- Energy efficient: The hard drive is specially designed for use in laptops and portable devices and offers high energy efficiency, resulting in better battery life.
4. Error correction and data integrity:
- ECC support: Ensures that data is stored and retrieved correctly by detecting and correcting errors.
5. Robustness and reliability:
- Durability: The hard drive is robustly built and designed for long-term use, making it a reliable choice for mobile devices.
6. Compact Design:
- 2.5 inch form factor: The compact form factor allows installation in laptops and portable devices that have limited space.
Application
1. Laptops:
- Primary System Hard Drive: Ideal as the main hard drive for laptops to store the operating system and important applications. Its energy efficiency makes it particularly suitable for mobile devices.
2. External Hard Drive Enclosures:
- External Storage: Can be used in an external hard drive enclosure to provide additional storage space for backups, data archiving or mobile data.
3. Backup Solutions:
- Data Backup: Works well for regular data backups or as a secondary hard drive to store important data.
4. Upgrade for Older Systems:
- System Upgrade: A great choice for upgrading older computers where the larger capacity and improved performance may be advantageous over older hard drives.
5. Smaller desktop systems:
- Storage expansion: Can be used in small desktop systems that have a 2.5-inch bay.
Conclusion
The WDC WD1600BEVT-22ZCT0 is a reliable and powerful 2.5-inch hard drive with 160 GB storage capacity, a SATA II interface and a speed of 5400 RPM. With a maximum data transfer rate of up to 120 MB/s, an 8 MB cache and high energy efficiency, it offers good performance for mobile devices and everyday applications. The error correction technologies and robust construction contribute to the long-term reliability of the hard drive. It is ideal for laptops, external hard drive enclosures, backup solutions and as an upgrade for older systems.
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WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device 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 WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device.
The WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD16 00BEVT-22ZCT0 USB Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.