Western N961M-06 Digital 80GB 3Gb/s SATA 10000 3.5-inch 16MB Hard Drive

Product Description

The Western Digital N961M-06 is a high-performance hard drive designed for demanding computing tasks. With a capacity of 80GB, it is suitable for operating systems, applications, or specific data sets where rapid access is prioritized over sheer storage volume. The 3.5-inch form factor is standard for desktop and server systems, offering a balance of physical size and storage capacity. This drive utilizes the SATA (Serial ATA) interface, supporting a data transfer rate of 3Gb/s. While older than current SATA standards, 3Gb/s still provides sufficient bandwidth for many applications, especially when paired with the drive's high rotational speed. The 10,000 RPM spindle speed significantly reduces seek times and improves overall read/write performance compared to slower 5400 or 7200 RPM drives. The 16MB cache buffer helps to further enhance performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data, reducing the need for the drive head to constantly seek the physical location on the platters. This combination of speed, interface, and cache makes the N961M-06 a capable drive for workstations, servers, or performance-oriented desktop systems that require quick data access.