Hitachi Travelstar E5K160 80.0GB 5400RPM Ultra ATA-100Mb/s 8MB Cache 2.5" 9.5mm Laptop Hard Drive - HTE541680J9AT00

Travelstar 5K160, designed for demanding data access applications, leverages Hitachi's perpendicular magnetic recording (PMR) to deliver superior technology and reliability. Hitachi employs specific microcode to allow the Travelstar E5K160 to deliver 24 x 7 access to data. With capacities up to 160GB, industry leading performance, low power consumption and excellent shock resistance, the E5K160 can support the stringent demands of (always-on) applications in lower transaction environments. The improved electronics design reduces the power consumption of this 5400 RPM drive to 10 percent below its industry leading predecessor, and the E5K160 runs cooler than the competition. Hitachi has also implemented Thermal Fly height Control (TFC) for improved error rates, and iridium manganese chromium (IrMnCr) read heads for improved reliability. This combination of attributes enables the Travelstar E5K160 to address the needs for rugged, reliable storage in non stop environments. With the transition to PMR technology, Travelstar E5K160 demonstrates reliability that parallels or exceeds conventional longitudinal technology. Hitachi has successfully integrated second generation PMR head and media technology with a new read channel and IrMnCr read heads by leveraging new materials, complex processes, tools and testing. This, combined with the proven storage technologies of award winning Travelstar products, allows Hitachi to deliver high capacity hard drives suitable for around the clock applications in small space environments.