Micron MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY 960GB Solid State Drive PCI-E Refurbished

The Micron MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY is a type of Solid State Drive (SSD) 960GB that is designed to fit into a specific slot on a computer's motherboard known as a Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCI-E) M.2 slot. It offers a storage capacity of 960 Gigabytes (GB) and is commonly used to enhance the performance and storage capacity of modern computers.

Solid State Drives, or SSDs, are storage devices that use flash memory to store data. Unlike traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) that use spinning disks, SSDs have no moving parts, which makes them faster, quieter, and more durable. This makes PCIe SSDs an attractive option for those seeking improved performance and reliability in their computers.

PCI-E, or Peripheral Component Interconnect Express, is a high-speed interface used to connect various components, including SSDs, graphics cards, and network cards, to a computer's motherboard. It offers significantly faster data transfer speeds compared to older interfaces like SATA, making it ideal for high-performance applications such as gaming, content creation, and data-intensive tasks.

The Micron MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY SSD utilizes the M.2 form factor, which is a small, compact design intended for use in modern computing devices such as laptops, ultrabooks, and small form factor desktops. M.2 SSDs are characterized by their slim profile and direct attachment to the motherboard, which helps conserve space and reduce cable clutter within the system.

• High Capacity: With a storage capacity of 960GB, the Micron MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY provides ample space for storing operating systems, applications, games, and multimedia files.
• PCI-E Interface: The SSD utilizes the PCI-E interface, offering high-speed data transfer rates that enable quick access to stored data and faster system boot times.
• Reliability: Solid State Drives are known for their reliability due to the absence of moving parts, resulting in lower failure rates and improved longevity compared to traditional hard drives.
• Performance: The combination of PCI-E interface and NAND flash memory technology ensures fast read and write speeds, enhancing overall system performance and responsiveness.

• Sequential Read Speed: The sequential read speed indicates how quickly the SSD can continuously retrieve data. Higher sequential read speeds result in faster loading times for large files and applications.
• Sequential Write Speed: Similar to sequential read speed, sequential write speed measures the SSD's ability to write data sequentially. This specification is crucial for tasks such as video editing, file transfers, and gaming where large amounts of data need to be written to the drive.

• Gaming: The fast data transfer speeds of the Micron MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY SSD make it ideal for gaming applications, reducing loading times and providing smoother gameplay experiences.
• Content Creation: Video editing, graphic design, and other content creation tasks benefit from the SSD's high-speed performance, enabling faster rendering and processing of large media files.
• Workstation Applications: Professionals working with data-intensive applications such as CAD/CAM software, engineering simulations, and financial modeling can experience significant performance improvements with this SSD.

• Data encryption refers to the process of converting plaintext data into a coded format (ciphertext) that can only be read by someone with the proper decryption key. This ensures that only authorized individuals or systems can access the data.
• The Micron 960GB PCI-E M.2 Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) supports data encryption through the use of the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithm. AES is a widely-used, government-approved encryption standard that provides a high level of security for sensitive data.
• The SSD also supports the TCG Opal 2.0 and IEEE-1667 standards, which provide additional security features such as password protection and secure erase functionality.
• In addition to encryption, the SSD also includes hardware-based security features such as secure boot and secure firmware update to protect against unauthorized access or manipulation of the drive's firmware.
• The Micron 960GB PCI-E M.2 Internal Solid State Drive provides robust data encryption and security features to protect sensitive information and ensure that only authorized individuals or systems can access the data.

The PCI-E (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) interface is a high-speed interface standard used for connecting devices to a computer's motherboard. Some of the key features and facilities of PCI-E include:

• High-speed data transfer: PCI-E uses a high-speed serial interface to transfer data, allowing for faster data transfer rates compared to older parallel interfaces like PCI and AGP.
• Scalability: PCI-E is a scalable interface, meaning that it can be used for a wide range of devices and applications. It can be used for devices such as graphics cards, network cards, and solid-state drives.
• Point-to-point connectivity: PCI-E uses a point-to-point connection between the device and the motherboard, which means that each device has its dedicated connection. This eliminates any potential conflicts or bottlenecks that can occur with older shared bus interfaces.
• Power management: PCI-E has built-in power management features, which allow devices to save power when not in use. This can be especially useful for mobile devices and laptops, where power conservation is important.
• Error correction: PCI-E includes built-in error correction and detection features, which help to ensure that data is transmitted accurately and without errors.

The PCI-E interface is a powerful and flexible interface standard that is widely used for connecting high-performance devices to computers. The Micron 960GB PCI-E M.2 Internal Solid State Drive takes advantage of these features to provide a high-speed, reliable storage solution for computers.

• Manufacturer: Micron
• Part Number or SKU# MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY
• Device Type: Solid State Drive (SSD)
• Interface: 960GB

Key Features

• Form Factor: M.2 (20x80mm)

Performance

• Sequential Read: 4,400 MBPS
  
• Sequential Write: 1,000 MBPS
• Random Read IOPS: 230,000
• Random Write IOPS: 60,000
• Endurance: 6,700TB

In summary, the Micron MTFDKBA960TDZ-1AZ1ZABYY PCIe M.2 SSD offers high capacity, fast performance, and reliability, making it a suitable choice for enhancing the storage and speed of modern computing systems. Whether used for gaming, content creation, or workstation applications, this SSD can significantly improve overall system performance and user experience. With its compact M.2 form factor and PCI-E interface, it's a versatile storage solution for a wide range of computing needs.