Intel X25-M 80 GB Solid State Drive

Product Description

Product Description

The Intel X25-M Mainstream 80 GB SATA solid-state drive provides faster disk performance and greater durability than traditional spinning platter drives. It stores data using 34 nm multi-level cell NAND flash memory. The internal SATA interface offers data throughput of up to 3.0 Gb/s. A downloadable Intel SSD Toolbox application helps you manage the health and optimize the performance of the drive. The X25-M is RoHS compliant and uses less power than traditional hard drives.

Intel X25-M Mainstream SATA Solid State Drive Intel X25-M 80 GB Solid State Drive At a Glance:

• 80 GB of solid state storage
• 34 nm multi-level cell NAND flash memory
• 3.0 Gb/s SATA interface
• No moving parts for better reliability and performance
• Intel SSD Toolbox application offers health monitoring and optimization

Everything you need for easy installation is included in the box. View larger. The Intel Data Migration Software makes upgrading to an Intel SSD easy and painless. View larger. The Intel SSD Toolbox lets you easily optimize the performance of your drive. View larger. Solid-State Storage for Efficient Operation

The X25-M uses flash memory for storage, giving you faster data access. Because it doesn't have spinning disks or writing heads, there are fewer parts to fail. It is less susceptible to vibration and runs silently. The X25-M is rated at 1.2 million hours mean time before failure.

The drive is designed for both notebook and desktop computers, and its 2.5-inch form factor will fit anywhere a regular 2.5-inch hard drive does. The X25-M also comes in 120 GB and 160 GB capacities.

Performs Faster with NAND Flash Memory

The drive's architecture uses ten parallel NAND flash channels equipped with 34 nm multi-level cell NAND flash memory. Native Command Queuing, which enables up to 32 simultaneous operations, helps the X25-M deliver sustained sequential read speeds of up to 250 MBps, sustained sequential write speeds of up to 70 MBps, and a read latency of 65 microseconds. Combined with the drive's SATA interface that offers data throughput of up to 3.0 Gb/s, this design means that applications launch quickly, files copy in less time, and overall computing power increases.

Optimize Performance with the Intel SSD Toolbox

Intel offers the Intel SSD Toolbox application with Intel SSD Optimizer to help you manage the health and performance of your drive. This set of management, information, and diagnostic tools includes Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology (SMART) commands. It is designed to run on Microsoft Windows 7 and is compatible with Microsoft Windows Vista and XP.

Easy Installation with Data Migration Software

Intel makes installing an SSD simple and painless by including necessary cables and providing a free software download for the Intel Data Migration Software. The Data Migration Software helps you migrate your data, applications, and operating system from your current drive to a new Intel Solid-State Drive with just a simple click. The Intel Data Migration Software supports Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and XP.

Lower Power Consumption Reduces Environmental Impact

The X25-M consumes less power than traditional drives, which saves you money and makes this drive . When installed in a laptop, the X25-M provides better battery life. The drive is certified RoHS compliant for its use of non-hazardous materials.

The X25-M is backed by a three-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box

Intel X25-M Mainstream 80 GB SATA solid-state drive, power cables, manual, sticker and 3.5" desktop drive bay adapter, screws, and installation guide.

Intel Solid State Drive Comparison Intel X25-M 160 GB Solid State Drive Intel X25-M 120 GB Solid State Drive Intel X25-M 80 GB Solid State Drive Intel X25-V 40 GB Solid State Drive Storage Capacity 160 GB 120 GB 80 GB 40 GB Interface SATA 1.5 Gb/sec and 3.0 Gb/sec SATA 1.5 Gb/sec and 3.0 Gb/sec SATA 1.5 Gb/sec and 3.0 Gb/sec SATA 1.5 Gb/sec and 3.0 Gb/sec Power Consumption Active: 150mW typical; Idle: 75mW typical Active: 150mW typical; Idle: 75mW typical Active: 150mW typical; Idle: 75mW typical Active: 150mW typical; Idle: 75mW typical Drive Height 2.5-inch Industry Standard Hard Drive Form Factor 2.5-inch Industry Standard Hard Drive Form Factor 2.5-inch Industry Standard Hard Drive Form Factor 2.5-inch Industry Standard Hard Drive Form Factor Flash Memory Used Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND Memory Manufacturing Process 34nm 34nm 34nm 34nm Mean Time Between Failure 1.2 million hours 1.2 million hours 1.2 million hours 1.2 million hours Sustained Sequential Read Speeds Up to 250 MB/sec Up to 250 MB/sec Up to 250 MB/sec Up to 170 MB/sec Sustained Seequential Write Speeds Up to 100 MB/sec Up to 100 MB/sec Up to 70 MB/sec Up to 35 MB/sec RoHS and Halogen Free Compliance Yes Yes Yes Yes Available Tools Intel SSD Toolbox with Intel SSD Optimizer Intel SSD Toolbox with Intel SSD Optimizer Intel SSD Toolbox with Intel SSD Optimizer Intel SSD Toolbox with Intel SSD Optimizer
This review is from: Intel X25-M 80 GB Solid State Drive with Internal SATA and Power Cables SSDSA2MH080G2K5 (Personal Computers)
I decided to take a leap and finally get an SSD for my system. I am using this drive for my OS and apps and use a secondary drive for data on my desktop. I'm using this with Windows 7 Ultimate and it's working great.

I have no regrets in getting this drive. The first time using it, I immediately noticed the difference. Applications now launch instantly which is really nice.

Be sure you download and install the Intel SSD Toolbox after you get it installed to optimize it for your system. It doesn't come with the drive, just search for it on your favorite search engine. Get More Full Detail>>