Description
High-Performance Rating
The Crucial P3 Plus 500GB PCIe M.2 2280 Solid State Drive is a high-performance storage solution designed to deliver fast data transfer speeds and quick access to your data.
Some of the key features that contribute to its high-performance rating include:
- PCIe NVMe Interface: The drive utilizes the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface and NVMe protocol to achieve blazing-fast read and write speeds.
- M.2 Form Factor: The compact M.2 form factor allows the drive to fit into a variety of devices, including laptops and desktops, without taking up much space.
- High-Speed NAND Flash: The drive is built using high-speed NAND flash memory, which offers fast read and write speeds.
- DRAM Cache: The drive includes a DRAM cache that helps to speed up data access and transfer times.
Compatibility and Installation
The CT500P3PSSD8 Crucial P3 Plus 500GB PCIe M.2 2280 solid state drive is compatible with most modern desktop and laptop computers that have an M.2 slot with PCIe NVMe support.
To install the drive, follow these steps:
- Power off the computer and disconnect all cables.
- Open the computer case and locate the M.2 slot.
- Remove the screw that secures the M.2 slot cover and gently remove the cover.
- Insert the Crucial P3 Plus SSD into the M.2 slot at a 30-degree angle and gently push it down until it clicks into place.
- Secure the SSD with the screw that you removed in step 3.
- Replace the computer case cover and reconnect all cables.
- Power on the computer and check the BIOS/UEFI settings to ensure that the SSD is detected.
- Install the operating system and necessary drivers on the SSD.
It is always recommended to consult the computer’s manual or manufacturer’s website for specific instructions on installing an M.2 SSD.
Reliability and Durability
The Crucial P3 Plus 500GB PCIe M.2 2280 Solid State Drive is designed for high performance and endurance, featuring advanced technologies to ensure reliability and durability. Some of its key features related to reliability and durability are:
- End-to-end data path protection: This feature ensures that data is protected at every step of the way, from the host to the drive and back.
- Redundant array of independent NAND (RAIN): This feature provides an extra layer of protection against data loss by storing data redundantly across multiple NAND chips.
- Adaptive thermal protection: This feature helps protect the drive from overheating by adjusting its power usage and performance to maintain safe operating temperatures.
- Dynamic write acceleration: This feature helps improve drive endurance and longevity by optimizing the use of the NAND flash memory.
- Error correction code (ECC): This feature detects and corrects errors that can occur during data transmission or storage.
Main Specifications
- Manufacturer: Crucial
- Part Number or SKU# CT500P3PSSD8
- Product Type: Solid State Drive
- Storage Capacity: 500GB
Technical Information
- Form Factor : M.2 2280
- Maximum Read Transfer Rate : 4700 Mb/s
- Maximum Write Transfer Rate : 1900 Mb/s
- Drive Interface : Nvme (pcie Gen 4 X4)
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