14 best 2 5 ssd drives

Product description

The Samsung 970 EVO SSD continues to lead industry standards with V-NAND technology for reliable and superior performance. The SSD that goes further, the 970 EVO accelerates into next-gen computing by transforming high-end gaming and streamlining graphic-intensive workflows with the new Phoenix controller and Intelligent TurboWrite technology. Get stunning sequential read/write speeds of 3,500/2,500MB/s (up to 32% faster writes than the previous generation). With breakthrough speeds, best in class reliability, and a broad range of capacity options up to 2TB, this Solid State Drive enhances high-end gaming and 4K & 3D graphic editing.

• INNOVATIVE V NAND TECHNOLOGY: Powered by Samsung V NAND Technology, the 970 EVO SSD’s NVMe interface (PCIe M.2 2280) offers enhanced bandwidth, low latency, and power efficiency ideal for tech enthusiasts, high end gamers, and 4K & 3D content designers
• BREAKTHROUGH READ WRITE SPEEDS: Sequential read and write performance levels of up to 3,500MB/s and 2,500MB/s, respectively; Random Read (4KB, QD32): Up to 500,000 IOPS Random Read
• PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZATION AND DATA SECURITY: Seamless cloning and file transfers with Samsung Magician Software, the ideal SSD management solution for performance optimization and data security with automatic firmware updates
• SUPERIOR HEAT DISSIPATION: Samsung’s Dynamic Thermal Guard automatically monitors and maintains optimal operating temperatures to minimize performance drops. Secure Encryption
• 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY: 5-year limited warranty or 600 TBW (Terabytes Written)

User questions & answers

Question:	How do you format this and why is that necessary for new drives? What stops me from plugging it right into my system and getting started
Answer:	Depends on what you're doing. You can connect this to your system but new drives will not be functional until you initialize them and create a partition under Disk Management. Your other option (what I did with this drive) is to disconnect your existing drive and then install this (while PC is off if that's not obvious). Then you have a blank drive in your system and can boot from an OS disc like Windows 10. A fresh Windows 10 installation will still recognize the drive and be able to initialize it properly as well as create the necessary partitions. Let me know if you have any follow up questions.
Question:	Hi i have questions how the better samsung evo 970 or wd black 250gb high-performance nvme pcie gen3 8 gb/s m
Answer:	Reviews have suggested that the two drives are VERY close in performance (nearly within margin of error of tests). The WD Black gen3 devices were the first ones to actually challenge the 960 EVO NVMe drives for dominance of the high-performance consumer grade SSDs. You can't go wrong with either one, as far as I can tell, at least from reviews. They'll provide insignificant differences in speed/performance between the two. Therefore, you should purchase based on price and (if it's important to you) warranty. Note also that the WD drive caps at 1TB in size (vs. 2 TB for the 970 EVO), so if you wanted to go that route, there's only one choice. As far as "best high-performance consumer level" NVMe drive, the 970 EVO and the 3rd generation WD black are on an even playing field, and both at the top of the stack (this ignores the "prosumer" market devices like the 970 Pro where prices are much higher per gigabyte). Note that it's possible that you won't notice any performance difference between these high-performance NVMe drives and, say, a high-quality SATA drive.
Question:	I want the 2 TB, is it possible
Answer:	If you find someone with TB, you can have as much of it as you want!
Question:	Whats the difference between this one and the 960 pro
Answer:	The 960 Pro is from the previous generation. The newer one is the 970 Pro. Comparing the 960 Pro to the newer 970 EVO is a bit difficult because they aren't in the same class. The Primary difference between the Pro and the EVO is the Pro uses MLC (Multi Level Cell) whereas the EVO uses a Triple Level Cell. Case and point with the EVO. You can get a 2tb EVO drive but the Pro tops out at 1tb. The silicon is able to get more storage space for the real estate with TLC. On the other hand MLC is more reliable and more hearty than TLC which is why the Pro is using the MLC. Maybe you want to know about write endurance. One thing to keep in mind about write endurance is you will probably never come close to hitting it's limits unless you are using the drive all the time to save and load large files like a professional would. Also, the write endurance of the 1tb 970 Pro is double the write endurance of the 512gb 970 Pro. hardware review sites and done tests of the actual write cycle longevity of these drives and these drives last longer than what they're rated for. More than likely in your case, these drives will be long obsolete by the time they're half worn out. The write endurance of the 500gb 970 EVO is 300TB write cycles. Sequential R/W of the 970 EVO is 3400MB/s read and 2300MB/s write. I believe the 970 evo uses a Single Level Cell cache to boost write speeds. The write endurance of the 512gb 960 Pro is 400TB/wc. Sequential R/W of the 960 Pro is 3500MB/s read and 2100MB/s write The 970 series is more refined. Both use the updated Phoenix controller whereas the 960 series uses the Polaris controller. Both the 960 Pro and 970 EVO have a 5 year warranty. The older 960 EVO only has a 3 year warranty. The answer to this question between the 960 Pro and 970 Evo is simple........... get whichever is cheaper.

Product features

The SSD that goes further

Accelerate into next-gen computing. The Samsung 970 EVO delivers breakthrough speeds, superb reliability, and a broad range of capacity options up to 2TB*. The latest V-NAND, new Phoenix controller, and Intelligent TurboWrite technology enhance high-end gaming and 4K & 3D graphic editing.

At a Glance:

• Superior NVMe Read/Write performance
• Samsung's V-NAND reliability

Next level SSD speed

Feel the NVMe difference. The 970 EVO transforms high-end gaming and streamlines graphic-intensive workflows with the new Phoenix controller and Intelligent TurboWrite technology. Get stunning sequential read/write speeds of 3,500/2,500 MB/s**, up to 32% faster writes than the previous generation.

Design Flexibility

The next advancement in NVMe SSDs. The 970 EVO fits up to 2TB onto the compact M.2 (2280) form factor, greatly expanding storage capacity and saving space for other components. Samsung's innovative technology empowers you with the capacity to do more and accomplish more.

Exceptional Endurance

The new standard in sustainable performance. Get up to 1,200 TBW†, achieving 50 percent higher than the previous generation. The 970 EVO provides exceptional endurance powered by the latest V-NAND technology and Samsung’s reputation for quality.

Unparalleled Reliability

Achieve a new level of drive confidence. Samsung’s advanced nickel-coated controller and heat spreader on the 970 EVO enable superior heat dissipation. The Dynamic Thermal Guard automatically monitors and maintains optimal operating temperatures to minimize performance drops.

Samsung Magician

Advanced drive management made simple. Samsung Magician software will help you keep an eye on your drive. A suite of user-friendly tools helps keep your drive up to date, monitor drive health and speed, and even boost performance.

Product description

The SSD you trust: The newest edition to the world's best-selling SATA SSD series, the Samsung 860 EVO SSD is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops. With the latest V-NAND technology, this fast and reliable Solid State Drive comes in a wide range of compatible form factors and capacities. Its enhanced performance delivers consistent speeds, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking, allowing for faster file transfers. The 860 EVO performs at sequential read speeds of up to 550MB/s with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential write speeds of up to 520MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size is upgraded from 12GB to 78GB (performance may vary based on user's system hardware and configuration). The 860 EVO also offers boosted endurance of up to 8x higher TBW (Terabytes Written) than the 850 EVO. Feel secure storing and rendering large-sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications. The smart compatibility of the SSD lets you benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC (Error Correction Code) algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility. The 860 EVO provides reliability of 1.5 million hours (MTBF).Reliability (MTBF): 1.5 Million Hours Reliability (MTBF). Operating Temperature: 0 - 70 ℃ Operating Temperature, Cache Memory: Samsung 2 GB Low Power DDR4 SDRAM.

• Innovative V-Nand Technology: Powered by Samsung V-Nand technology, the 860 Evo SSD offers optimized performance for everyday computing as well as rendering large-sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications
• Enhanced read write speeds: Sequential read and write performance levels of up to 550MB/S and 520MB/S, respectively
• Secure encryption: Protect data by selecting security options, including Aes 256-Bit Hardware-Based encryption compliant with Tcg Opal and Ieee 1669
• Warranty and compatibility: 5-year limited warranty; Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Server 2003 (32 bit and 64 bit), Vista (SP1 and above), XP (SP2 and above), MAC OSX and Linux
• Included contents: 2.5 inches (7 millimeter) SATA 3 (6 GB/S) SSD & user manual (All other cables, screws, brackets not included); Reliability (MTBF): 1.5 Million hours reliability (MTBF)
• System RAM type: DDR SDRAM

Product features

The SSD You Trust

The Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops. With the latest V-NAND technology, this fast and reliable SSD comes in a wide range of compatible form factors and capacities.

Enhanced Performance

Speeds are consistent, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking allowing for faster file transfer. The 860 EVO performs at sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s* with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential write speeds up to 520 MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size* is upgraded from 12 GB to 78 GB.

*Performance may vary based on SSD's firmware version and system hardware & configuration. For more information on the TurboWrite, please visit the manufacture website

Boosted Endurance

Up to 8x higher TBW* than the 850 EVO. Feel secure storing and rendering large sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications.

*TBW: Terabytes Written

Smart Compatibility

Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC* algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility.

*Error Correction Code

Multiple Form Factors

Whatever size your computer needs, there is an 860 EVO for you. Choose among the 2.5-inch size for desktop PCs and laptops, and the SATA-based M.2 (2280) or the mSATA for ultra-slim computing devices.

Management Software

Samsung Magician software is designed to help you manage your SSD with a simple and intuitive user interface.

• Firmware updates: Get notifications when new firmware is released, and easily install updates for enhanced performance, stability, and compatibility.
• Performance benchmark: Check your SSD's sequential and random read/write speeds, so you can maintain superb performance.
• Data security: The 860 EVO supports AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption and is compliant with TCG Opal and IEEE 1667.

Product description

The WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD utilizes 3D NAND technology for capacities up to 4TB with enhanced reliability. Featuring an active power draw up to 25% lower than previous generations of WD Blue SSDs, you’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop, while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications. Combined with the free, downloadable WD SSD Dashboard software and a 5-year limited warranty, you can confidently upgrade your system to the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD. |As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. | Active power draws are up to 25% lower during sequential reads than previous generations of WD Blue SSD at the 500GB capacity point. | As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second.

• 3D NAND SATA SSD for capacities up to 4TB with enhanced reliability; As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment
• Sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/seconds; As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second
• An industryleading 1.75M hrs mean time to failure (MTTF) and up to 500 TBs written (TBW) for enhanced reliability; | MTTF based on internal testing using Telcordia stress part testing; TBW calculated using Jedec client workload (JESD219)
• WD F.I.T. Lab certification for compatibility with a wide range of computers
• 5 year manufacturer's limited warranty
• Free downloadable software to monitor the status of your drive and clone a drive, or backup your data
• An active power draw up to 25% lower than previous generations of WD Blue SSD.

Product features

Enhanced reliability

You’re able to work longer before recharging your laptop while sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530MB/s give the speed you want for your most demanding computing applications. You can confidently upgrade your system to the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD.

Product description

Put NVMe power at the heart of your PC for lightning-fast, ultra-responsive performance. The WD Blue SN550 NVMe SSD can deliver over 4 times the speed of our best SATA SSDs. Whether you're working, creating, casual gaming or processing large amounts of data, take advantage of this powerful internal drive's high speeds to do more, Faster. Available in capacities up to 1TB* in an affordable M.2 2280 form factor, there's no time Like now to make the change to NVMe. | *1gb = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less, depending on operating environment.

• Boost your system's performance with next-gen NVMe SSDs
• Over 4 times faster than our SATA SSDs
• Western Digital designed controller and firmware for optimized performance
• Western Digital SSD dashboard constantly monitors the health of your SSD
• NVMe drive not compatible with SATA interface

User questions & answers

Question:	Se demora de 1 a 2 meses en llegar a Colombia
Answer:	A mi me llego en 5 días, fue rápido!!
Question:	hi, i'm new to this, does it work for an asus rog strix b450 f gaming
Answer:	for anyone else reading this, YES this will work for the Rog Strix B450-F gaming motherboard. The other user that answered saying you'd need an adapter is wrong. The Rog Strix B450-F Gaming mobo has two M.2 slots. I know, I have the same setup.
Question:	How do you clone this drive
Answer:	The recommendation of Ghost as a cloning program is terrible. The consumer version of Norton Ghost was discontinued sometime back in 2013-2014. It was designed specifically for Windows 7 and is thus obsolete for today's hardware and software requirements. It's replacement, Symantec Ghost, was designed primarily for enterprise use. so unless you're working in an IT department environment, it's probably the worst choice for the home consumer who simply wants to upgrade their personal PC or laptop to a faster M.2 NVMW drive. There are plenty of free cloning software applications out there: AOMEI, Macrium, Clonezilla, and others. Go on the web, look up "free cloning software", read the reviews. I personally would go to the WD support website and take a look at their user forum. There are plenty of users there who have had hands on experience cloning to their WD M.2 NVMW devices; they provide detail as to what software works and what doesn't work for cloning.
Question:	Does it come with screw if not what's the size of screw
Answer:	The WD blue SN550 does NOT come with screws. M3 screws should do the trick on 2.5" SSD Dell systems. You should have to go up a size for a 3.5" drive to a 6-32 (head pattern varies). Start with an M3 then if sloppy, use the thicker 6-32 screw.

Product features

The right storage for your next PC

NVMe goes mainstream with a powerful, cost-effective storage solution that adds to the reliability of an SSD.

Boost your performance

Get breakneck sequential read speeds up to 2,600 MB/s* to improve your productivity no matter what you’re doing or creating.

Do more with less

Scalable NVMe hardware and accelerated architecture enable both high performance and low power consumption that maxes out at only 3.9W.

Continuing the legacy

Thousands of hours of hardware, firmware and validation testing combine to advance the award-winning WD Blue heritage of quality and reliability.

WD Black SN750 NVMe SSD with Heatsink

The WD Black SN750 NVMe SSD with heatsink is designed to help keep your drive running at peak performance for longer periods. Its sleek design helps your drive maintain optimal levels of performance.

WD Black SN750 NVMe SSD

The WD Black SN750 NVMe SSD delivers top-tier performance for gaming. With speeds up to 3,470MB/s, the WD Black SSD rivals some of the best performing drives to help give gamers a competitive edge.

Product description

Start your system in seconds, store up to 2TB of data, and upgrade with an SSD you can count on. Join more and more people who are keeping their family videos, travel photos, music, and important documents on an SSD, and get the near-instant performance and lasting reliability that comes with solid state storage. Upgrade with the Crucial MX500 SSD, a drive built on quality, speed, and security that's all backed by helpful service and support. Even if you've never installed an SSD, don't fear – our step-by-step guide walks you through the process to make installation easy. It's worth it.

• Sequential reads/writes up to 560/510 mb/s and random reads/writes upto 95k/90k on all file types
• Accelerated by micron 3D NAND technology, Crucial 5 year limited warranty
• Integrated power loss immunity preserves all your saved work if the power unexpectedly gets cut
• AES 256 bit hardware based encryption keeps data safe and secure from hackers and thieves
• Product ships in Amazon Certified frustration free packaging (may differ from Retail Packaging depicted in product collateral)

User questions & answers

Question:	will this fit inside a desktop, do i need to buy an adaptor bracket for a standard sized 3.5 inch drive bay
Answer:	Hello and thank you for your question. Yes, you can any of our 2.5 inch SSD's inside most desktop PC's and you may need 2.5 to 3.5 inch bracket to mount the drive in the HDD bay unless you desktop has the 2.5 brackets already.
Question:	Does that 5 year warranty have any tbw (terabytes written) restrictions
Answer:	Thank you for contacting Crucial and for your question. Yes the 5 year warranty on our MX500 series drives will have a terabyte written limit. I will leave you a PDF below that will go into more detail of these limitations. MX500 Warranty: http://www.crucial.com/wcsstore/CrucialSAS/pdf/product-flyer/crucial-mx500-ssd-productflyer-en.pdf
Question:	Will this drive work with a mid 2012 macbook pro? I haven't seen this model addressed yet. Thanks
Answer:	Yes. I just installed this drive in my son's mid-2012 13" Macbook Pro (non-retina) and the speed difference is amazing! I would recommend first updating your operating system to Mac OS X High Sierra which also updates the recovery partition on your Mac. When you install your new drive, hold down Option-Command R when powering on to boot into the recovery partition which will then allow you format and install the OS. If you happen to see a message that the Recovery server is not available, you probably just need to set the Macbook clock to the correct time with the command: date mmddhhmmyy. For example: date 0128140018 will set the date to January 28, 2pm, 2018. The date is set through the Terminal app, also available on the Recovery partition.
Question:	Does it include the 7mm to 9.5mm adapter
Answer:	Hello, Thank you for contacting Crucial. Yes, every new purchase of the MX500 will come with the 7mm to 9.5mm spacer. You will also receive a download link for free cloning software, as well as a link for online instructions to copy all of your data from your old drive, and move it over to the new one. Please let us know if you have any further questions or concerns so that we can assist you further.

Product features

Experience a faster, cooler, and quieter computer.

The MX500 uses an adaptable pool of high-speed flash memory to generate blistering speeds at a great price performance ratio. Crucial MX500, a solid combination.

Product description

SanDisk, a pioneer in solid state storage technologies and the brand pros trust, delivers improved speed and performance with the SanDisk SSD Plus. With sequential read speeds of up to up to 545MB/s 2TB; 535MB/s 480GB, 960GB and 1TB; 530MB/s 120GB 240GB; 530MB/s 120GB and 240GB, this solid state drive performs faster than a typical hard disk drive. You'll appreciate faster startups, shutdowns, data transfers, and application response times than with a hard disk drive. The SanDisk SSD Plus also offers quiet, reliable performance, and dashboard status monitoring for your favorite media applications. 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon drive capacity, host device, OS and application. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes. As compared to 5400 RPM SATA 2.5” hard drive. Based on published specifications and internal benchmarking tests using PCMark Vantage scores. Visit the official SanDisk website for warranty details. Shock resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration resistant (5Grms, 10-2000 Hz/4.9 grams, 7-800 Hz), temperature (from 0 degrees Celsius to 70 degrees Celsius) Download required from SanDisk SSD Dashboard Support Information site. Limit one time use per system.

• Easy upgrade for faster boot-up, shutdown, application load and response (As compared to 5400 RPM SATA 2.5” hard drive. Based on published specifications and internal benchmarking tests using PCMark Vantage scores.)
• Boosts burst write performance, making it ideal for typical PC workloads
• The perfect balance of performance and reliability
• Read or write speeds of up to 545MB/s/450MB/s (Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon drive capacity, host device, OS and application.)
• Shock-resistant for proven durability —even if you drop your computer (Shock resistant (up to 1500G) and vibration resistant (5gRMS, 10-2000 HZ/4.9 gRMS, 7-800 HZ), Temperature (from 0 degrees Celcius to 70 degrees Celcius))
• 3-year limited manufacturer warranty
• Order with your Alexa enabled device. Just ask Alexa, order SanDisk Internal SSD

User questions & answers

Question:	Clone software available or not? desc "ssd dashboard and cloning software download (4) " would like to clone my c drive to it
Answer:	Yes. It should work just fine in any laptop that accepts 2.5" SATA drives. For MacBook Pros, that means machines through the mid-2012 model. Don't forget to move your Torx screws over to the new drive!
Question:	Is this compatible and does it fit a late 2011 macbook pro to replace the sata disk hard drive
Answer:	Yes you can download the Samsung Magic Data Transfer software that will transfer ALL the data including the operating system. . A 250 will work fine for only 100gigs of data. If it was me I would get the 500GB drive because it will hold so much data you can always transfer the drive to your next computer. My belief is it's better to have to much than not enough. I currently own the 1 TB Evo and the 1 TB Pro both Samsung. If you are on a budget go with the 250. Good Luck! If you have the cash go long term you are bound to gather more data!
Question:	Does it come with the required sata cable
Answer:	Yes windows 10 is supported I just added this to a new Acer Laptop that has Windows 10 Home. It did not come with a disk for any software. You will need to go to their website and get the Data Migration software and load that to clone the drive. Also get the SAMSUNG MAGICIAN software, that will optimize the drive with a number of settings and let you know about firmware updates for the drive. https://www.samsung.com/semiconductor/minisite/ssd/download/tools/
Question:	Mlc or tlc? thanks
Answer:	I used the “Apricorn Notebook Drive Upgrade Kit”. It is available on Amazon under: “Apricorn SATA Wire Notebook Hard Drive Upgrade Kit with USB 3.0 Connection ASW-USB3-25 (Grey)”. Even though it says note book upgrade kit, it works for a PC as well. I used it to upgrade my Laptop and my desktop. I like it because it comes with the cable and the cloning software to make a copy of your current hard Drive. All you have to do is connect your SATA SSD drive to the Apricorn cable, and plug it in to your USB port (use USB 3.0 port if you have it), then run the cloning software on the CD it comes with. The software will ask for the source drive (which is the drive you want to copy) and the destination drive (which is the new SSD). After that, you just start the clone and it does a bit-for-bit clone of the source drive. When it completes, just shut down your computer and swap the drives.

• Fastest-in-class - Read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,200 MB/s (*based on PCIe Gen3 SSD)
• The world’s first 128-layer NAND flash-based consumer SSD – featuring the in-house technology of global tech pioneer
• Superior reliability and stability - Tested and validated through 1,000 hours of high-temperature operating life tests(HTOL) with mean time between failures(MTBF) reaching 1.5 million hours, up to 750 TBW(terabytes written)
• Proven leader, Trusted products – Powered by the world’s 2nd largest memory manufacturer, a tech leader since 1983
• 5-year warranty –support and reliability are built into our ultimate protection plan

Product features

Breakthrough Technology

Striking Performance

Ultimate Support & 5-year Protection Plan

Trusted Quality

Social & Environmental Values

Product description

Expand system performance with NVMe technology. The Crucial P5 SSD delivers powerful speed and data protection with sequential reads up to 3400MB/s, along with exceptional Crucial support. Advanced features like Dynamic Write Acceleration, full hardware-based encryption, and Adaptive Thermal Protection provide data security and enhanced system reliability. With thousands of validation hours, dozens of qualification tests, and a 5-year limited , the Crucial P5 SSD is backed by world-class Micron engineering and innovation.

• Innovative 3D NAND and cutting-edge controller technology, with read and write performance up to 3400/3000MB/s, pushing the limits of PCIe Gen 3 NVMe for tech enthusiasts, professional designers, and serious gamers
• Capable of enhancing data security and management with rapid, full-drive encryption, helping protect your data without performance degradation
• Optimize performance and durability with dynamic write acceleration, error correction, and adaptive thermal protection
• Operating systems open almost instantly, apps launch in seconds, and games load before you’re ready to spawn
• Backed by a 5-year limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	this device is compatible with hp 14-dq1004la
Answer:	Thank you for your inquiry. We have checked and found that the part Crucial P5 1TB PCIe M.2 2280SS SSD CT1000P5SSD8 is compatible with system HP 14-dq1004la.
Question:	Do i need to remove my thinpad e580s factory hdd to utilize the p5 500gb 3d nand nvme internal ssd
Answer:	Thanks for showing interest in Crucial Products. You do not need to remove your HDD to utilizes the new P5 500GB SSD. You can just install this new P5 SSD in PCIe slots on your thinpad e580s motherboard. Both the drives will work in your system.
Question:	Is this item support/compatible with mac pro late 2013 (trash can) style
Answer:	We would like to inform you that CT1000P5SSD8 is compatible with your system.
Question:	would this work with hp omen model 15-dc0010nr which has 128 gb pcie nvme m.2 ssd
Answer:	We would like to inform you that CT1000P5SSD8 is 100% compatible with your system.

Product features

Crucial P5 SSD

Inspiration comes fast; don’t let ordinary performance slow you down. The Crucial P5 SSD delivers impressive speed and fierce data protection with sequential reads up to 3400MB/s. Whether you’re at your desk, in the studio, or in game, the P5 delivers the quality and superior support you’ve come to expect from Crucial. Engineered with NVMe technology, the P5 includes advanced features like dynamic write acceleration, full hardware-based encryption capability, and adaptive thermal protection to help keep your data safe while enhancing system reliability. With thousands of validation hours and dozens of qualification tests, the Crucial P5 SSD is backed by world-class Micron engineering and innovation.

Seamless Performance

With the P5, operating systems and apps open quickly, and games load as soon as you’re ready to spawn.

Conquer Expectations

The Crucial P5 combines 3D NAND and cutting-edge controller technology for fierce read/write speeds up to 3400/3000MB/s, pushing the limits of PCIe Gen 3 NVMe.

Unprecedented Endurance

Dynamic write acceleration, error correction, and adaptive thermal protection optimize performance and durability.

Security

Capable of enhancing data security with rapid, full-drive encryption, protecting data without performance degradation.

Product description

The Samsung T5 Portable SSD has the latest in Samsung V-NAND flash memory technology. Its portable design, blazing fast transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s, shock resistance, and secure encryption make it the best portable SSD on the market.

• Superfast read-write speeds of up to 540 MB/s
• Top to bottom metal design that fits in the palm of your hand
• Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption
• Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables. Shock resistance
• 3-year warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	I just bought i want to use with an imac and a pc should i plug it in when i get it to imac first and if i do can i drag pc files to it after
Answer:	Hi Zak. Please be informed that this device will work within the United States only. ^Kathleen
Question:	How long is the usb cable
Answer:	Hi Jennifer. We would like to inform you that the NET10 Moxee Mobile Hotspot will work anywhere (house, mall, cars, etc.) as long as there is Verizon coverage in the area and the device has been activated with data balance. ^Marvin
Question:	Should the cable go in smoothly, or does it kind of snap in and need some pull to come out? Just got mine and wondering if that is normal
Answer:	Hi John. Thank you for your interest with NET10 Wireless. Please be informed that this Mobile Hotspot is a CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) device powered by Verizon. ^Aphyle
Question:	If i use this drive on my 2012 imac with usb 3.0, will the transfer speeds be less than 540mb/s
Answer:	Hi Lena. Please be informed that a wall charger is included in the package. However, this item does not include a car charger. ^Yell

Product features

The World in your Pocket

Get your entertainment, coursework, or games anywhere, on any device. Feel the freedom of huge storage and speedy transfers to laptops, smartphones, game consoles and more. The latest T5 easily slides in your pocket or purse, with multiple color options that complement your sense of style.

Fast Transfer Speeds

With Samsung V-NAND flash memory and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 provides transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s*, that’s up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs**. Transfers and backups of large-sized data including 4K videos and high-resolution photos will be much quicker and faster.

*Performance may vary depending on host configuration. Must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.

**Based on internal test results compared to a Samsung external HDD 500GB.

Solid Inside and Out

The T5 has no moving parts and a sturdy metal body, so it can handle drops of up to 2 meters*. The optional password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure*.

*The internal free fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions.

Management Software

Manage your data easily with new intuitive software for PCs and Macs* that makes it simple to set the password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.**

*Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported.

**Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection. Android app available on Google Play.

Product description

Incredible speeds plus rock-solid reliability - Kingston's A400 solid-state drive dramatically improves the responsiveness of your existing system with incredible boot, loading and file transfer times compared to mechanical hard drives. Powered by a latest gen controller for read and write speeds up to 500MB/s and 450MB/s, this SSD is 10x faster than a traditional hard drive for higher performance, ultra-responsive multi-tasking and an overall faster system. Also more reliable and durable than a hard drive, A400 is built with Flash memory. There are no moving parts, making it less likely to fail than a mechanical hard drive. It's also cooler and quieter, and its shock and vibration resistance makes it ideal for notebooks and other mobile computing devices. A400 is available in multiple capacities from 120GB-480GB to give you all the space you need for applications, videos, photos and other important documents. You can also replace your hard drive or a smaller SSD with a drive big enough to hold all your files. Backwards compatibility to SATA Rev. 2.0 (3Gb/s) Product contains drive only; cloning software not included.

• Fast start up, loading and file transfers
• More reliable and durable than a hard drive
• Multiple capacities with space for applications or a hard drive replacement

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work with a mid-2009 macbook
Answer:	Linda, Apple has released multiple models MacBook mid-2009 computers that based on legacy Serial-ATA (SATA) data storage interface by today's standards. Kingston SATA-3 standard A400 SSD is backward compatible with older technology and works well in the older MacBook. Keep in mind that computer would not take full advantage of the A400 higher performance due to system hardware limitation. It may be possible to look up SSD installation reference online if you provide exact MacBook model number or manufacturer part number. Thank you.
Question:	will this fit a toshiba satellite 2 in 1 laptop? who will be doing the installation and data transfer
Answer:	Hello Ae, Toshiba released multiple generations Satellite 2-in-1 laptop that supported different internal data storage devices and upgrade possibility. Please provide exact Satellite model number or laptop manufacturer part number found on system underside to help determine system hardware configuration and recommended upgrades. Kingston A400 series SSD shipped with drive only without data migration software. End user or professional computer technician is responsible to obtain suitable software to transfer data. It is possible to arrange professional computer services thru Amazon to carry out SSD installation and data transfer. Check Amazon "Get Professional Installation Service" for more details. Thank you!
Question:	i have a toshiba satellite with serial ata-150 interface. will SATA-3 interface drives work
Answer:	Hello Dave, SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s) A400 series SSD by design is compatible with legacy SATA interface. SA400S37/120G will work fine in the older Toshiba Satellite, although not performing up to the advertised SSD speeds due to host system limitations, nonetheless A400 will outperform original hard disk drive to help enhance the system overall performance. A400 should physically fit the notebook internal drive bay using existing mounting hardware. PC will automatically detect the new SSD upon power up. Fresh install operation system and applications from original installation CD on the SSD as you would on standard disk drives. Thank you!-Kai @ Kingston TS
Question:	Does it come with cloning software? pny ssd comes with one. so i want to make sure if it does
Answer:	Hey Vineet Chawla, The Kingston A400 series SSD does not include drive cloning software or SATA cables. It is intended for users who refer to use their existing cloning tools and hardware with the SSD. If you do require cloning software, you may want to look into a Windows PC based application titled "Reflect" by Macrium, or Carbon Copy for Mac computers. Either application is available free to download from the internet. Thank you! - Chris @KingstonTechnology

Product features

Incredible speeds plus rock-solid reliability

Ideal for desktops and notebooks

A400 has a 7mm form factor to fit in a wider array of systems. It’s ideal for slimmer notebooks and in systems with limited available space.

Product description

Your life’s an adventure. To capture and keep its best moments, you need fast, high-capacity storage that accelerates every move. 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds let you store your content and creations on a fast drive that fits seamlessly into your active lifestyle. Up to two-meter drop protection, with IP55 water and dust resistance, a carabiner loop for securing the drive, and a 5-year limited warranty give you the peace of mind to take it with you on travels near and far. From the brand trusted by professional photographers, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD provides fast solid state performance in a tough, reliable storage solution. 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes, 1TB = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user capacity less. Up to 1050MB/s read speed, up to 1000MB/s write speed. Engineered with proprietary technology to reach speeds beyond UHS-I 104MB/s, requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes. See official SanDisk website. Password protection uses 256-bit AES encryption and is supported by Windows 8, Windows 10 and macOS v10.9+ (Software download required for Mac, see official SanDisk website.) Based on internal testing. IPEC 60529 IP 55: Tested to withstand water flow (30 kPa) at 3 min.; limited dust contact does not interfere with operation. Must be clean and dry before use.

• Get NVMe solid state performance featuring up to 1050MB/s read and up to 1000MB/s write speeds in a portable, high-capacity drive that’s perfect for creating amazing content or capturing incredible footage. (Requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.)
• Up to two-meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance mean this tough drive can take a beating.
• Travel worry-free with a 5-year limited manufacturer warranty and a durable silicon shell that offers a premium feel and added protection to the drive’s exterior.
• Use the handy carabiner loop to secure it to your belt loop or backpack for extra peace of mind.
• Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256‐bit AES hardware encryption.

User questions & answers

Question:	What am i missing, when i plug it in, nothing happens - my computer doesn't show it at all. do i need to download something
Answer:	I have two of these and am about to get a third. No, you don't need to download anything (at least on windows and linux computers). I reformat mine to NTFS because I switch between OS's. One thing to note the usb "A" adapter is "notched" and will only fit on one way completely, you probably got a bad one, it happens, send it back if no luck.
Question:	Can I use this to backup my PC AND also save files from my macbook? Id like to save files from both on one HD?!?! (2012 macbook & HP Desktop
Answer:	Basically, my home setup is an all-Mac setup. What I did immediately after I got it out of the box was to format it and partition it 200 GB HFS+ and 800 GB APFS. The HFS+ partition is used for Time Machine, and the APFS partition has four volumes (capacity is allocated dynamically between volumes within the APFS partition). How I would use this in a mixed environment: one HFS+ partition for Time Machine (you can't use APFS partitions for Time Machine); one APFS partition for the files that will be used only with a Mac; and one ExFAT partition for instances where you need to be able to access the file in Windows and on a Mac. Also, make sure you keep that USB-C to USB-A connector that comes with the drive; it comes with about a 6-inch cable with USB-C connectors at both ends.
Question:	Is this drive good for running an OS from
Answer:	YES! I have 2 that I use for this, be aware you may have to change your system setup to use, On mine I have to change SATA controller mode to AHCI from RAID and UEFI to Legacy support and boot priority to Legacy first (Lenovo). Once you have those setting fixed you will be amazed how fast it will run. I run fedora on a 1TB for storage and Fedora Securrity Spin on a 500 GB drive to use to recover data and fix customers machines. I have also run CentOS and Linux Mint with no issues.
Question:	Can you please tell me if this storage is in Solid state or is it a spinning disc? Thank you
Answer:	The name of this item is: "Sandisk Portable SSD (SOLID STATE Drive)"......... That clearly means it's NOT SOLID STATE. No they're/I am just joking. In all serious-ness though: it is indeed a "Solid State drive" with no moving/spinning disks.

Product features

Put a Lock on Your Files

Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256‐bit AES hardware encryption

Powerful yet Portable

Get fast NVMe solid state performance featuring 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds** in a portable, high-capacity drive that’s perfect for creating amazing content or capturing incredible footage

Tough Enough to Take with You

Up to two-meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance mean this durable drive can take a beating

It Goes Where You Go

Use the handy carabineer loop to attach the derive to your belt loop or backpack for extra security when you’re out in the world

Powerful Storage for Your Toughest Jobs

From the brand trusted by professional photographers worldwide, the SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD provides powerful solid state performance in a rugged, dependable storage solution

Performance that elevates your creativity

Our most powerful SD UHS-I memory card yet delivers performance that elevates your creativity

Product description

The WD BLACK SN750 NV ME SSD delivers top-tier performance for gaming and hardware enthusiasts who are looking to build or upgrade their PC. The WD BLACK SN750 NV ME SSD rivals some of the best performing drives on the market to help give gamers that competitive edge. An exclusive WD BLACK SSD dashboard with gaming mode improves game performance.

• An exclusive WD BLACK SSD dashboard* with gaming mode improves game performance
• Non-heatsink model available in capacities ranging from 250GB to 4TB
• Ideal for enthusiasts building custom desktops or gaming rigs
• NVMe drive not compatible with SATA interface
• 5-year manufacturer's limited warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this replace an original ssd m.2 sandisk x600 128gb drive
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Question:	Pcpartpicker lists this with no dram. is there any dram on this model
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Question:	If used in external usb gen 2 enclosure (10gbps) why is it bottlenecked? shouldn’t speed still be>3000mbps (not
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Question:	Is heatsink comes with on the motherboard, enough for cooling nvme ssd(non heatsink version wd sn750) or should be buy heatsink version of wd sn
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Product features

Compact SSD, shaped by performance

The WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive SSD has a portable form factor that can withstand battlefields due to its durable and shock-resistant design.SMART attributes and more with the WD SSD Dashboard.

Portable storage for your coveted game collection

The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive comes in capacities up to 5TB, so you don’t have to compromise which games to delete on your console or PC in order to make room for new ones.

Massive storage with active cooling

With the WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive added storage, there’s no need to waste time clearing room on your console or PC for new games—now you can keep your old favorites intact as you grow your library.

• Premium upgrades to your PC with SSD from global semiconductor powerhouse
• Top tier speed, best-in-class sequential read speeds. Sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 525MB/s.
• Leading edge solution powered by in-house 3D NAND, controller and DRAM
• Superior reliability and stability (MTBF/TBW). 1.5 Million Hours MTBF, best-in-class 600 TBW (terabytes written)
• 5 year warranty and rock solid support from technology pioneer, now available to PC builders and upgraders

User questions & answers

Question:	I want to add this as a 2nd drive. Does it come with cables
Answer:	No. You need to open your computer and see if your motherboard has a plug for a second hard drive. If it doesn't, you could take out your CD player and use it's plug.
Question:	Does it comes with cloning the old drive software like samsung evo
Answer:	Thank you for contacting SK hynix SSD. You can download the free cloning software from SK hynix SSD homepage.
Question:	Besides the price point, what is the difference between this and the samsung 1tb
Answer:	The SK Hynix is faster than the Samsung. Just FYI,.. Hynix makes chips for just about “EVERYBODY” they just haven’t made SSD drives per se’ and marketed them under their own name until recently. Chances are, other SSDs “might” be using Hynix chips. It is a very fast and solid SSD. There have been numerous reports of Samsung issues as of 2018 so they aren’t as reliable as most think. Still generally speaking Samsung SSDs are decent. PCWORLD did a review in 2020 and rated the SD Hynix much better than the Samsung in speed with the same reliability and 5-year warranty. I own both SSDs and have had no problems with either. The Hynix is however the faster drive. I choose the SD Hynix.
Question:	Never heard of this brand are their products Reliable? Do they have good customer service and return policies
Answer:	Just a bit of a history lesson. LG used to make semiconductors back in the day, as did Hyundai. But the competition was too hot in South Korea and there was a financial crisis in 1997 (like Greece 2009). Conglomerates shifted and merged businesses (Samsung sold its car production to Renault, Hyundai bought Kia, etc.). In line with the times, LG sold its semiconductor business to Hyundai in exchange for something else (I think it was Hyundai moving out of the display business). So it was Hyundai Hynix for a long time. More recently, Hynix was sold off to SK (another top 5 conglomerate in South Korea). So here we are in 2020, looking at an SK Hynix SSD. Like others have said, Hynix has been a household name for computer nerds for a long time. The top 3 memory manufacturers have been Samsung, Micron, and Hynix for decades.

Product features

2020 Best SSD chosen by PC World

Quality trusted by memory industry insiders

Sequential read speed of up to 560MB/s and sequential write speed of up to 525MB/s

Combination of top-tier quality, class-leading reliability

Over 37 years of laser-sharp focus on semiconductor innovation

Product description

The SSD you trust: The newest edition to the world's best-selling SATA SSD series, the Samsung 860 EVO SSD is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops. With the latest V-NAND technology, this fast and reliable Solid State Drive comes in multiple form factors and capacities. Its enhanced performance delivers consistent speeds, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking, allowing for faster file transfers. The 860 EVO performs at sequential read speeds of up to 550MB/s with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential write speeds of up to 520MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size is upgraded from 12GB to 78GB (performance may vary based on user's system hardware and configuration). The 860 EVO also offers boosted endurance of up to 8x higher TBW (Terabytes Written) than the 850 EVO. Feel secure storing and rendering large-sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications. The smart compatibility of the SSD lets you benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC (Error Correction Code) algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility. The 860 EVO provides reliability of 1.5 million hours (MTBF).

• INNOVATIVE V-NAND TECHNOLOGY: Powered by Samsung V-NAND Technology, the 860 EVO SSD offers optimized performance for everyday computing as well as rendering large-sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications
• ENHANCED READ WRITE SPEEDS: Sequential read and write performance levels of up to 550MB/s and 520MB/s, respectively; Random Read (4KB, QD32): Up to 97,000 IOPS Random Read
• SECURE ENCRYPTION: Protect data by selecting security options, including AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption compliant with TCG Opal and IEEE 1668
• WARRANTY AND COMPATIBILITY: 5-year limited warranty; Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Server 2003 (32 bit and 64 bit), Vista (SP1 and above), XP (SP2 and above), MAC OSX and Linux
• INCLUDED CONTENTS: M.2 SATA (6 Gb/s) SSD & User Manual (All other cables, screws, brackets not included); Operating temperature 0 to 70 degree Celsius

Product features

The SSD you trust

The newest edition to one of the world's top selling* SATA SSD series, the Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops. With the latest V-NAND technology, this fast and reliable SSD comes in a wide range of compatible form factors and capacities.

*Sources: NPD (US data from Jan. 2015 to Oct. 2017)

Enhanced performance

Speeds are consistent, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking allowing for faster file transfer. The 860 EVO performs at sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s* with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential write speeds up to 520 MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size* is upgraded from 12 GB to 78 GB.

Boosted endurance

Up to 8x higher TBW (Terabytes Written)** than the 850 EVO. Feel secure storing and rendering large sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications.

Smart compatibility

Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC† algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility.