WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 | 160 | 147 | 62 | 58 | 0.66 | 1.33 | 6.29 | 2.84 |
| WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 | 160 | 115 | 48 | 45 | 0.46 | 1.22 | 9.87 | 3.32 |
The measurement of the WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 should be used.
The WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 is a 3.5-inch hard drive from Western Digital, one of the leading manufacturers of storage solutions. This hard drive belongs to the WD Caviar series and is designed for desktop computers. Here is a comprehensive description of the WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1, including technical details, features and application areas:
Technical details:
1. Manufacturer:
- Western Digital (WD)
2. Model:
- WD1600JS-55NCB1
3. Capacity:
- 160 GB
4. Form factor:
- 3.5 inch: Standard size for desktop hard drives.
5. Interface:
- SATA I (SATA 1.5 Gb/s): This is the first generation of SATA interface, which enables a maximum data transfer rate of 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s).
6. Speed:
- 7,200 rpm: The common speed for many desktop hard drives, which offers a good compromise between performance and power consumption.
7. Buffer size:
- 8 MB Cache: Cache memory is used to temporarily store frequently accessed data and improve performance through faster access.
8. Average access time:
- Approximately 8.9 ms (milliseconds): The average time required to access a particular data location.
9. Power consumption:
- Typically about 7.6 watts when operating and 6.0 watts when idle. Power consumption may vary depending on usage and system configuration.
10. Design:
- Height: 26.1 mm, Width: 101.6 mm, Length: 147 mm
Features:
1. Performance:
- The WD1600JS-55NCB1 offers solid performance at 7,200 RPM, making it suitable for general desktop applications including gaming, multimedia, and everyday computing.
2. Energy efficiency:
- The hard drive is relatively energy efficient and consumes less power than older drives or those with higher speeds, which is especially beneficial for energy-efficient PCs.
3. Reliability:
- Western Digital is known for making reliable hard drives, and the WD1600JS-55NCB1 is designed to provide long life and reliable performance.
4. Bug correction:
- The hard drive uses error correction technologies to ensure data integrity and minimize errors during the read or write process.
5. Silent Operation:
- The hard drive is designed to operate quietly, contributing to overall quieter computer operation.
Areas of application:
1. Desktop-Computer:
- The WD1600JS-55NCB1 is ideal for use in desktop computers. With a capacity of 160 GB, it offers sufficient storage space for operating systems, applications and a moderate amount of data and media.
2. Upgrade for older systems:
- For older computers that still rely on IDE hard drives, the WD1600JS-55NCB1 is a good upgrade that offers increased performance and reliability.
3. Multimedia and gaming systems:
- While it does not offer the highest performance of modern SSDs, the WD1600JS-55NCB1 is still sufficient for general multimedia applications and gaming, especially for older or less demanding games.
4. Data storage and backup:
- This hard drive can also be used for data storage, backups, and applications that do not require extremely high speeds.
5. Network Attached Storage (NAS):
- In small to medium NAS devices, the WD1600JS-55NCB1 can serve as a cost-effective storage option, although it may not offer the highest performance or capacity for large NAS systems.
Conclusion:
The Western Digital WD1600JS-55NCB1 is a reliable 160GB 3.5" hard drive designed for use in desktop computers and other general storage applications. With a SATA I interface, 7,200 RPM rotation speed, and 8MB cache, it offers solid performance for everyday applications and a good balance between speed and power consumption. Its energy efficiency and reliability make it a practical choice for a variety of computer uses and as an upgrade for older systems.
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WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 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 WD1600JS-55NCB1.
The WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the WDC WD1600JS-55NCB1 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.