Description
Benefits of Using a SATA Solid State Drive
- Faster data transfer rates: SATA interface provides a faster data transfer rate compared to other traditional interfaces like IDE. This results in faster data access and improved overall system performance.
- Increased reliability: SATA drives do not contain any moving parts, which makes them less prone to physical damage and mechanical failure.
- Improved power efficiency: SATA drives consume less power compared to traditional hard drives, which results in lower energy consumption and longer battery life in laptops.
- Enhanced compatibility: SATA drives are compatible with a wide range of devices and systems, making them a versatile storage solution.
- Cost-effective: SATA drives are relatively cheaper compared to other solid-state drives and provide a cost-effective storage solution.
- Easy installation: SATA drives are easy to install and can be connected to the system with a single cable, reducing the complexity of the installation process.
- Improved data protection: SATA drives come with built-in error correction and data protection features that ensure the integrity of stored data and prevent data loss in case of power failures.
Data Encryption and Security
The Samsung MZ-7L3480B 480GB SATA-6GBPS Solid State Drive supports hardware-based encryption using the AES-256 algorithm. This means that the encryption and decryption of data happens automatically and transparently on the drive itself, without affecting the performance of the drive. This provides a high level of security as the encrypted data is unreadable without the proper key.
In addition, the drive may support additional security features such as secure erase, which securely wipes all data on the drive, making it unrecoverable. It’s also recommended to secure the drive by setting a password in the BIOS or using third-party software to encrypt the data on the drive for added security.
Enhanced Data Protection
Enhanced Data Protection refers to the various methods and technologies that are used to ensure the security and integrity of the data stored on a solid state drive (SSD). In the case of the Samsung MZ-7L3480B 480GB SATA-6GBPS SSD, enhanced data protection refers to the following features:
- Error Correction Code (ECC): ECC is a method used to detect and correct data errors that may occur during read or write operations.
- Bad Block Management: Bad blocks are blocks of memory that are no longer functional and can cause data corruption or loss. The Samsung MZ-7L3480B SSD uses advanced bad block management algorithms to identify and replace these blocks, ensuring the data stored on the drive remains intact.
- Wear Leveling: This is a feature that helps to evenly distribute data across the entire SSD, reducing the risk of data loss due to block wear.
- TRIM Support: TRIM is a feature that allows the operating system to inform the SSD of which data blocks are no longer in use, allowing the SSD to reclaim the space and optimize performance.
Enhanced data protection in the Samsung MZ-7L3480B SSD refers to a suite of features designed to protect the data stored on the drive, ensuring it remains secure and uncorrupted even under adverse conditions.
Main Information about this Samsung MZ-7L3480B
- Part Number or SKU # MZ-7L3480B
- Manufacturer : Samsung
- Type : Solid State Drive
Key Feature of 480GB Solid State Drive
- Capacity : 480GB
- Form Factor : 2.5 Inch
- Interface Type : SATA-6GBPS
- Device Type: Internal Solid State Drive
Dimensions & Weight for SATA-6GBPS SSD
- Height : 0.63 inch
- Width : 3.10 inch
- Depth : 5.45 inch
- Weight : 1.50 lbs
Performance
- Drive Writes Per Day (dwpd) : 0.3
- Drive Transfer Rate : 600 Mbps (external)
- Sequential Read : Up To 530 Mbps
- Sequential Write : Up To 410 Mbps
- 4kb Random Read : 87K Iops
- 4kb Random Write : 15K Iops
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