Crucial - MX500 500GB Internal SSD SATA
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 500 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 560 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 510 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Form Factor: 2.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: Crucial
- Model Number: CT500MX500SSD1
- Product Name: MX500 500GB Internal SSD SATA
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 500 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 560 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 510 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- SSD Endurance: 180 terabytes (The total amount of data that the solid-state drive (SSD) is able to write before it wears out, as specified by the manufacturer. Endurance is limited because the flash on a SSD has a finite number of cycles that it can complete.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Product Compatibility: Desktop computers, Laptop computers
- Form Factor: 2.5 in.
- Interface(s): SATA (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows, Apple iPadOS
- Features
- Security Features: Software
- Data Encryption: true
- Usage: Everyday computing
- Memory
- NAND Flash Memory Type: 3D NAND (Single Level Cell (SLC) stores 1 bit of data per memory cell; Multi Level Cell (MLC) stores 2 bits per cell, Triple Level Cell (TLC) 3 bits, and Quad Level Cell (QLC) 4 bits. Vertical NAND (V-NAND) or 3D NAND stores more data by layering cells vertically. Similarly, there are 3D MLC, 3D TLC and 3D QLC stacked cells.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.75 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 0.28 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 2.5 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: Storage Executive and Acronis Micron version
- Other
- UPC: 649528785053
Start your system in seconds, store up to 2TB of your irreplaceable files, and upgrade with a drive you can count on. Improve your system with the Crucial® MX500 500GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, an SSD built on quality, speed, and security that’s all backed by helpful service and support. It’s worth it.
- Sequential Reads: Pushes the limits of Gen 3 at up to 3400MB/s sequential reads
- Micron® 3D TLC NAND: Built on our leading 3D NAND and controller technology
- Integrated power loss immunity: Integrated power loss Immunity preserves all your saved work if the power unexpectedly gets cut
- Encryption Capability: AES 256 bit hardware based encryption keeps data safe and secure from hackers and thieves
- Device compatibility: Best for SATA storage for everyday computing
- Warranty: 5-year limited warranty
- Sequential Reads: Pushes the limits of Gen 3 at up to 3400MB/s sequential reads
- Micron® 3D TLC NAND: Built on our leading 3D NAND and controller technology
- Integrated power loss immunity: Integrated power loss Immunity preserves all your saved work if the power unexpectedly gets cut
- Encryption Capability: AES 256 bit hardware based encryption keeps data safe and secure from hackers and thieves
- Device compatibility: Best for SATA storage for everyday computing
- Warranty: 5-year limited warranty
Q: What kind of interface does this SSD use?
A: This SSD uses a SATA interface.
Q: Does this SSD offer any encryption capabilities?
A: Yes, it uses AES 256 bit hardware based encryption to keep data safe and secure.
Q: What is the storage capacity of this Crucial MX500?
A: This Crucial MX500 has a storage capacity of 500 gigabytes.
Q: What is the maximum read speed of this SSD?
A: The maximum read speed for this SSD is 560 megabytes per second.
Q: What type of computers is this SSD compatible with?
A: This SSD is compatible with desktop computers.
Q: How long is the warranty on this SSD?
A: This SSD comes with a 5-year limited warranty.
A: Hello, Thank you for contacting us. We request you to follow the below steps to resolve the issue nsure the customer is using a Crucial SSD, MX100 model or newer. Older Crucial models do not satisfy the copy protection built into Acronis, requiring us to supply the workaround tool below to use this software. -Ensure SSD is connected while launching Acronis for Crucial. -Verify the SSD is detected in Device Manager and/or Disk Management in Windows (Initializing the SSD for first use in Disk Management may help). -If the message still appears in spite of troubleshooting, close down Acronis and then download and run the patch file available at the following link, then retry launching Acronis software.: https://download.acronis.com/oem/Micron/AcronisTrueImageMicron_workaround.exe -If this message persists, uninstall all Acronis products including any older versions of Acronis, then check for and delete any Acronis subfolders from Windows 'Program Files' folder, then reinstall Acronis. If you have any questions, we welcome your reply. Have a beautiful day & stay safe! Regards, SS
A: Thank you for contacting us and for your question. If you are planning on just installing a fresh copy of Windows to the new Crucial SSD then you will not need any additional adapters or install kits as you will simply remove the old HDD, and replace it with the new Crucial SSD before booting to your Windows install media. If you are planning on cloning everything from the old drive over to the new Crucial SSD, you will most likely want to purchase a SATA to USB cable so that you can connect the new SSD external through USB while everything from the old drive is copied over. All Crucial drives come with a free copy of Acronis true image cloning software but you would need to purchase a sata to usb cable separate. Once the clone has been completed, you can then simply install the new SSD and the system should boot right back up.
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