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Transcend 230S 256GB mSATA Internal SSD TS256GMSA230S
The Transcend 256GB mSATA SSD 230S is a compact internal solid-state drive designed for compatible Ultrabooks, tablet PCs, slim servers and other space-constrained systems. Combining 3D NAND flash, a DDR3 DRAM cache and a SATA III 6Gb/s interface, it delivers responsive storage performance.
Compact mSATA Storage
Measuring just 50.8 × 29.85 × 4.85 mm and weighing 9 g, the SSD 230S provides 256GB of internal storage in the compact mSATA form factor. It is intended for devices equipped with a compatible mSATA slot, so the connection type should be checked before purchase.
Responsive SATA III Performance
The 256GB model offers sequential read speeds of up to 530 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 400 MB/s. Its DDR3 DRAM cache helps support responsive data access, while Native Command Queuing and TRIM support assist with efficient everyday operation.
Reliability and Drive Management
Transcend combines 3D NAND flash with advanced global wear-levelling, block management and LDPC error correction. Advanced Garbage Collection and S.M.A.R.T. monitoring provide additional tools for maintaining drive health and dependable operation.
Key Features:
- 256GB capacity provides practical internal storage for compatible compact systems.
- SATA III 6Gb/s interface supports sequential read speeds of up to 530 MB/s and write speeds of up to 400 MB/s.
- 3D NAND flash and a DDR3 DRAM cache support responsive, reliable storage performance.
- Advanced global wear-levelling and block management help distribute drive usage more efficiently.
- LDPC error correction, S.M.A.R.T. monitoring and Advanced Garbage Collection support data integrity and drive management.
- TRIM, NCQ and Security Command support provide useful storage-management functionality.
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | Transcend |
| Model | mSATA SSD 230S |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TS256GMSA230S |
| Product Type | Internal solid-state drive |
| Form Factor | mSATA |
| Capacity | 256GB |
| Flash Type | 3D NAND flash |
| Bus Interface | SATA III 6Gb/s |
| Cache | DDR3 DRAM cache |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 530 MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 400 MB/s |
| 4K Random Read | Up to 45,000 IOPS |
| 4K Random Write | Up to 70,000 IOPS |
| Endurance | 140 TBW |
| Drive Writes Per Day | 0.5 DWPD over three years |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2,000,000 hours |
| Supported Technologies | TRIM, NCQ, S.M.A.R.T., Advanced Garbage Collection, DevSleep, RAID Engine and LDPC coding |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V ±5% |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Dimensions | 50.8 × 29.85 × 4.85 mm |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Operating-System Support | Microsoft Windows 7 or later; Linux Kernel 2.6.31 or later |
| Certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC, BSMI, KC and RCM |
| Warranty | Three-year limited warranty, subject to Transcend warranty terms |
Performance may vary depending on the host hardware, software, usage and storage configuration. Transcend states that warranty coverage does not apply when the SSD Scope lifetime indicator reaches 0%.
Upgrade a compatible compact system with responsive mSATA storage and add the Transcend 256GB SSD 230S to your cart today.
