Intel X25M 160 GB Solid State Drive with Internal SATA and Power Cables SSDSA2MH160G2K5
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Customer Review
Great hard drive...
So... I have recommended these for a number of customers when the switch to W7. Especially if the had performance concerns before. In many cases if you look at the task manager in windows and see plenty of free memory and the CPU usage is below 80% it's disk bound. That means the OS is constantly waiting on data from the disk.Highly recommended! While the absolute data rates on the Intels' may look slower because of the optimizations they feel faster. it's not max sequential speed that maters... it random small reads and writes. No one beats the Intel SSDs in that. I have tried many but still pay the extra 10% or so for the Intel.One of my customers said it best... The computer becomes invisible and lets me work.
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Fantastic!
I have used this SSD in three different computers now and it worked amazingly in each one. I've had it in a 2009 Macbook Pro, 2010 Macbook Pro, and now a 2008 Macbook, which was converted to a Modbook. I tested the boot times with each swap out and there is a huge difference, about 40 seconds. Programs load faster, files save faster. It is simply an awesome SSD. I'm not sure how the newer versions of this SSD compares. Other reviewers or websites can tell you about the differences in controllers, read/write technology, etc., but as far as I'm concerned, so long as it's Intel SSD, I probably won't be going wrong. It works and it's fast. Good enough for me.
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Product Description
Intel Solid State Drives are reliable alternatives (or companions) to traditional hard drives. Intel SSDs offer breakthrough storage performance and take your PC to a new level of responsiveness-including application launch and file loading. With Intel SSDs you get the quality experience you expect from Intel products. No moving parts for high reliability and battery life. Includes: SATA data and power cables to migrate your data from an existing drive and access to download data transfer software. Top to learn more
The Intel X25-M Mainstream 160 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
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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 80 GB and 120 GB capacities.
Performs Faster with NAND Flash Memory
The X25-M drive's architecture uses 10 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 MB/s, sustained sequential write speeds of up to 100 MB/s, 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. 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 |