Barracuda 7200.9

Model: ST3160212A
Capaciteit: 160GB
Familie: BARRACUDA 7200.9 TONKA2
Merk: SEAGATE
Partnummer: 9BD012-304
Form Factor: 3.5
Interface: ATA / IDE


The Seagate ST3160212A Barracuda 7200.9 is primarily a desktop hard drive designed for everyday computing tasks, offering a balance between storage capacity and performance. It features a 160GB capacity and a 7200 RPM speed, making it suitable for general data storage and some media applications.

Advantages:
- High rotational speed of 7200 RPM for quicker access times.
- Relatively large storage capacity of 160GB for its era.
- Trusted Seagate brand known for reliability.

Disadvantages:
- Limited by IDE interface, which is slower than modern interfaces like SATA.
- Lower maximum capacity compared to more recent hard drives.
- Potential compatibility issues with newer systems lacking IDE ports.