Brand: Western Digital · SKU: WDAC31600 · MPN: WDAC31600-00H · Category: Storage
A Western Digital Caviar internal hard drive with 1.6GB storage capacity, featuring a 5200 RPM spindle speed and a 128KB cache. It uses an EIDE (ATA/PATA) interface and has a 3.5-inch form factor. This drive is noted for its reliability and is suitable for retro PC builds or systems supporting the IDE standard. It also features Reed Solomon ECC, PRML Technology, and supports up to 60,000 contact start/stop cycles. The specific model variant often seen is WDAC31600-00H.
| Features | Reed Solomon ECC, PRML Technology, Zoned Recording, IntelliSeek |
|---|---|
| Interface | EIDE (ATA/PATA) |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Product Line | Caviar |
| Cache Storage | 128 KB |
| Spindle Speed | 5200 RPM |
| Storage Capacity | 1.6 GB |
| Average Seek Time | 10 ms |
| Compliance Standards | RoHS |
| Warranty | Varies by seller, some listings mention a 3-year guarantee (likely from the reseller, not manufacturer for this age). |
| Weight | 2.00 LBS |
| Dimensions | 3.5-inch Form Factor (approx. 5.73 in x 3.96 in x 1.02 in) |
The WDAC31600 is a vintage/legacy Western Digital Caviar 3.5-inch internal hard drive with 1.6GB capacity, operating at 5200 RPM with a 128KB buffer. It utilizes the EIDE interface, making it ideal for system builders working on retro computers. It is promoted for its quality, dependability, and ease of installation in IDE-supporting systems.
Yes, this Western Digital Caviar 1.6GB 5200RPM EIDE 3.5-Inch Hard Drive (WDAC31600-00H) (WDAC31600) is 100% genuine Western Digital hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Western Digital Caviar 1.6GB 5200RPM EIDE 3.5-Inch Hard Drive (WDAC31600-00H) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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