This 2.5 inch SSD helps make an older computer perform better. It uses the SATA III interface. This gives you a speed boost over a traditional hard drive. Your computer will boot up and programs will launch faster. Features and Benefits
- SATA III interface - It reads data at up to 550 MB/s. This makes operating systems and applications load much faster than with an HDD.
- Standard 2.5-inch size - It fits into the drive bay of most desktop computers and laptops. This makes for a simple computer upgrade.
- Solid-state design - It has no moving parts. This means it runs quietly and uses less power. It also helps extend laptop battery life and resists bumps and drops.
- Many capacity options - You can pick a smaller, affordable solid-state drive for your operating system. Or get a 2TB solid-state drive for all your games and media files. Applications
- Making an older, slow desktop or laptop computer run faster.
- Using it as the main drive for your operating system for quick starts.
- Adding a fast second internal solid state drive to your PC for games or projects.
🛑 Rule 0: Immediate First Steps
If you suspect data loss, the absolute first step is to immediately power down your computer. Continuing to use the system, even for a short period, risks overwriting the lost data, making recovery much harder or impossible. Disconnect the 2.5 inch SSD from the power cable and SATA III data cable. Do not attempt to boot from the drive or perform any write operations. This maximises your chances of successful data recovery, especially if you are dealing with a deleted file or a formatted drive.
Capacity: 2TB, 1TB, 512GB, 480GB, 256GB, 240GB, 128GB, 120GB. Compatibility: Desktop, Laptop. Form Factor: 2.5 inch. Interface: SATA III. Max Sequential Read: 500 MB/s. Max Sequential Write: 450 MB/s. Power Consumption (Active): 2.5W (typical). Capacity: 120GB, 128GB, 240GB, 256GB, 480GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB. Max Sequential Read Speed: 500 MB/s. Max Sequential Write Speed: 450 MB/s. Interface: SATA III (6Gb/s). Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C. Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C. Controller: Varies by capacity. Form Factor: 2.5 inch. MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1.5 Million Hours. NAND Flash Type: TLC (Triple-Level Cell). Shock Resistance: 1500G/0.5ms. Vibration Resistance: 20G Peak, 10-2000Hz. Q: What are the read and write speeds I can expect from this drive? A: You can expect sequential read speeds up to 550 MB/s and write speeds up to 500 MB/s. This is a significant jump from a traditional spinning hard drive and will make your computer boot up and load programs much faster.. Q: Will this 2.5 inch SSD fit in my older desktop PC? A: Yes, it will. It uses the standard 2.5-inch size and a SATA III connector, which is compatible with virtually all modern and older desktops. You may need a simple 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch adapter bracket to mount it in a standard drive bay.. Q: What is the casing made of? A: The drive is housed in a lightweight plastic enclosure. Because solid-state drives don't have any moving parts, they run cool and silent, so a heavy metal case for heat dissipation isn't needed.. Q: What is the warranty period for this SSD? A: This drive comes with a 3-year limited manufacturer's warranty. It covers any potential defects with the drive's materials or workmanship.. Q: Is it better to get the 240GB or the 256GB version? A: Functionally, their performance is almost identical. The main difference is the small amount of extra storage, so your choice really comes down to price and whether you need that little bit of extra space..