The Western Digital RE 160GB (WD1600YS-18SHB0) is a 3.5-inch enterprise-class SATA hard drive designed for reliable 24/7 operation in server and storage environments. This drive delivers 7200 RPM rotational speed with 16MB cache and supports SATA 3.0 Gb/s connectivity, making it suitable for mid-range capacity applications in RAID arrays, nearline storage, and legacy systems requiring sustained throughput. The RE series emphasizes reliability and availability with vibration tolerance and thermal management optimized for multi-drive enclosures. Typical deployments include secondary storage, archival systems, and replacement drives in existing server infrastructure where proven compatibility and proven mean-time-between-failure metrics are priorities.
Each unit has been tested and guaranteed fully functional; available via quote.
