N963M / G605H - 160GB 10K RPM SATA 3.5" Hard Drive for OptiPlex 780 / 980 and Precision T3500 / T5500 / T7500

Description

The N963M / G605H is a 160GB 10,000 RPM SATA hard drive assembly from the Western Digital VelociRaptor WD1600HLFS drive family. This drive uses a 2.5" 10K RPM hard drive mounted inside a 3.5" tray / frame assembly for compatible desktop and workstation systems.

This is a high-performance legacy SATA replacement drive designed for select OptiPlex and Precision platforms that support 160GB 10K RPM SATA storage. Please verify your existing part number, system model, drive bay style, and controller support before ordering.

Technical Specifications

Product Type: Internal Hard Drive
Part Numbers: 0N963M / N963M / 0G605H / G605H
Base Drive Family: Western Digital VelociRaptor
Manufacturer Drive PN: WD1600HLFS
Capacity: 160GB
Drive Speed: 10,000 RPM
Interface: SATA 3Gb/s
Form Factor: 3.5" Assembly
Underlying Drive Size: 2.5" Drive Mounted in 3.5" Tray / Frame
Cache: 16MB
Connector Type: 7-Pin SATA Data / 15-Pin SATA Power
Drive Type: HDD
Average Read Seek Time: 4.2 ms
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 60°C
Non-Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Operating Shock: 65G / 2 ms
Non-Operating Shock: 300G / 2 ms
Use Type: Desktop / Workstation SATA Storage Replacement

Key Features

☑️ 160GB storage capacity for compatible desktop and workstation systems
☑️ 10,000 RPM spindle speed for faster access than standard 7200 RPM SATA hard drives
☑️ SATA 3Gb/s interface for supported legacy platforms
☑️ Western Digital VelociRaptor WD1600HLFS drive family
☑️ 2.5" performance drive mounted inside a 3.5" tray / frame assembly
☑️ 16MB cache for improved drive performance
☑️ Ideal replacement when matching part numbers 0N963M / N963M / 0G605H / G605H

Confirmed Compatibility

Please note that the following list is not exhaustive. Compatibility depends on your system’s specific configuration. It’s essential to verify compatibility with your system or motherboard manufacturer prior to installation.

✔ OptiPlex: 780 MT / 780 DT / 780 SFF / 980 MT / 980 DT / 980 SFF
✔ Precision Workstations: T3500 / T5500 / T7500
✔ N963M / 0N963M Confirmed Systems: OptiPlex 780 / OptiPlex 980 / Precision T3500 / Precision T5500 / Precision T7500
✔ G605H / 0G605H Confirmed Systems: OptiPlex 980 / Precision T3500 / Precision T7500
✔ Supported Drive Configuration: 160GB 10K RPM SATA 3.5" hard drive assembly
✔ Compatible Drive Bay Type: 3.5" SATA drive bay using a 2.5" hard drive mounted in a 3.5" tray / frame assembly
✔ Compatible Interface: SATA 3Gb/s / SATA II systems with standard SATA data and SATA power connections

Interchangeable Part Numbers

0N963M, N963M, 0G605H, G605H, WD1600HLFS, WD1600HLFS-75G6U1

Related / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

WD1600HLFS-60G6U0, WD1600HLFS-60G6U1, WD1600HLFS-60G6U2, WD1600HLHX, WD1600ADFD

Fit Notes

• This listing is for the 160GB 10K RPM SATA VelociRaptor drive family using part numbers 0N963M / N963M / 0G605H / G605H.
• This drive is a 2.5" hard drive mounted inside a 3.5" tray / frame assembly.
• For proper fitment, the drive should be installed as a complete 3.5" assembly.
• If replacing only the bare drive, verify that your existing 3.5" tray / frame is compatible and reusable.
• Compatibility is confirmed for select OptiPlex and Precision workstation systems listed above.
• No confirmed PowerEdge server compatibility was found for these part numbers.
• OptiPlex 760 / OptiPlex 960 / OptiPlex 755 / Precision T5400 may appear in some reseller references, but they should be treated as unconfirmed unless the customer verifies the existing part number or system configuration.
• Branded OEM versions may use different firmware or labeling than non-OEM WD1600HLFS drives.
• Verify the required part number, drive bay style, SATA controller support, and system BIOS compatibility before ordering.
• This item may not include additional rails, screws, cables, adapters, or drive caddies unless specifically shown or stated.