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Hitachi 5K160 Mobile Hard Disk Product Manual
The Hitachi 5K160 mobile hard disk is a 5400 RPM, 5 mm thick drive available in capacities from 40 GB up to 160 GB. It uses both PATA (ATA‑7) and Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s interfaces and offers low power consumption and robust shock resistance for portable applications.
The document lists detailed technical specifications, including performance metrics, power usage, physical dimensions, environmental limits, and support contact information for worldwide customers. This manual is written in Chinese.
Hitachi 5K160 specifications
| Capacity | 40 GB – 160 GB |
|---|---|
| Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Interface | ATA‑7 (PATA) and Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s |
| Average Seek Time | 5.5 ms |
| Maximum Transfer Rate | 100 MB/s (Ultra DMA mode‑5) |
| Operating Temperature | 5 °C – 55 °C |
| Non‑operating Temperature | -40 °C – 65 °C |
| Shock Resistance (operating) | 325 G/2 ms, 160 G/1 ms |
| Shock Resistance (non‑operating) | 1000 G/1 ms |
| Weight | ≈102 g |
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Ratings, dimensions and ordering codes, for selection and design work.
Questions answered in these manuals
What capacity options are available for the Hitachi 5K160 hard disk?
The drive is offered in 40 GB, 60 GB, 80 GB, 120 GB, and 160 GB capacities.
Which interfaces does the Hitachi 5K160 support?
It supports both ATA‑7 (PATA) and Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s interfaces.
Which interface options does the Hitachi E5K160 support?
It supports both Parallel ATA (ATA‑7) and Serial ATA at 1.5 Gb/s.
What temperature range can the E5K160 operate in?
It operates from –40 °C to 65 °C.
