Achieves up to 500/420 MB/s Sequential Read/Write Speeds;
Available In A Variety of Capacities and Form Factors
SanDisk announced the X100 solid state drive (SSD) for client computing markets in capacities up to 512GB. It utilizes multi-level cell (MLC) technology, a SATA 6Gb/s high-performance interface, advanced multi-streaming features and tiered caching technology.
The drive offers up to 500/420 megabyte per second (MB/sec) sequential read/write speeds, and enables a user to copy a 4GB high-definition movie in less than 10 seconds. In addition to the standard 2.5 inch form factor, the X100 SSD also comes in mSATA and customized thin form factors to address the emerging ultra-thin laptop market. SanDisk offers a wide variety of configuration options, including standalone and dual drive caching solutions.
The SanDisk X100 SSD achieves long-term reliability through robust, continual background error checking and advanced NAND recovery mechanisms. The drive is available now for sampling to PC manufacturers and production-volume shipments.
Specifications
- Performance: Up to 500/420 MB/s sequential read/write speeds
- Capacity: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB, 256GB, 512GB
- Form Factor: Cased 2.5 inch 7mm or 9.5mm, mSATA and customized form factors
- Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
- Power Consumption:
Active Power (Typical): 150mW (@ 3.3V)
Standby Mode (Typical): 75mW (@ 3.3V) - Reliability: MTBF up to two million hours
- Target Platforms: Ultrabook, notebook, and desktop computers
