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Green rectangular mSATA circuit board with gold edge connector and black controller chips, 3.7mm thick

Intel

Intel 525 Series mSATA 180GB internal SSD SSDMCEAC180B301

SKU CH-SPE9-BARTP MPN SSDMCEAC180B301

A compact mSATA solid-state drive delivering 180 GB of MLC storage with sequential speeds up to 550 MB/s read and 520 MB/s write, plus AES 128-bit encryption and a 1.2 million-hour MTBF rating

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactormSATA
  • Capacity180GB
  • Memory ComponentsMLC
  • InterfaceMini-SATA (mSATA)

Options 180GB

  • Faster boot and load times with up to 550 MBps sequential read
  • Snappy multitasking from up to 60000 IOPS random write
  • Long-term data integrity backed by 1200000 hours MTBF
  • Low 250mW idle draw extends laptop battery life
  • Hardware AES 128-bit encryption protects files without software overhead

Intel 525 Series mSATA 180GB

The Intel 525 Series is an mSATA internal SSD with 180GB capacity built on MLC flash. It connects through a Mini-SATA interface and is intended for consumer laptops or compact desktops that support the form factor. Sequential reads reach up to 550 MBps and writes up to 520 MBps.

Thermals noise and power

Idle power draw is 250mW and active power draw is 300mW, so the drive adds minimal heat inside a thin chassis. With no moving parts it produces no audible noise during operation. The rated operating range spans 0°C to +70°C.

AES 128-bit encryption and data protection

Hardware AES 128-bit encryption secures stored data without host CPU overhead. End-to-end data protection and on-board compression help maintain integrity across the write path. MTBF is rated at 1,200,000 hours for long-term reliability.

Highlights

  • Faster boot and load times with up to 550 MBps sequential read
  • Snappy multitasking from up to 60000 IOPS random write
  • Long-term data integrity backed by 1200000 hours MTBF
  • Low 250mW idle draw extends laptop battery life
  • Hardware AES 128-bit encryption protects files without software overhead

Specifications

BrandIntel
Series525 Series
ModelSSDMCEAC180B301
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactormSATA
Capacity180GB
Memory ComponentsMLC
InterfaceMini-SATA (mSATA)
Max Sequential ReadUp to 550 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 520 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 50,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 60,000 IOPS
Read Latency80 µs
Write Latency85 µs
MTBF1,200,000 hours
FeaturesHigh I/O and throughput performance
Low power
Increased system responsiveness
High reliability
Enhanced ruggedness
Small form-factor
Minimum weight
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 128-bit Encryption
End-to-End Data Protection
Data Compression
Power Consumption (Idle)250mW
Power Consumption (Active)300mW
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-55°C ~ +95°C
Operating Humidity5% to 95% RH
Max Shock Resistance1000G
Max Vibration ResistanceOperating: 2.17 G (5-700 Hz)
Non-operating: 3.13 G (5-800 Hz)
Height3.70mm
Weight10.00g
Shipping weight0.50 kg
Package size99 × 61 × 25 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install this mSATA SSD and what step is often missed?

Insert the drive into the mSATA slot at an angle, press it down, and secure it with the mounting screw. The step often missed is enabling AHCI mode in the BIOS before installing the operating system.

What maintenance or replacement will this 180GB MLC drive need later?

No mechanical maintenance is required. The MLC NAND and 1,200,000-hour MTBF rating indicate a long lifespan. Replacement is only needed if the drive fails or capacity becomes insufficient.

What limit appears first under sustained write loads on this SATA III SSD?

The sequential write speed caps at 520 MBps. The controller will throttle performance to stay within the 0°C to 70°C operating temperature range before other limits are reached.

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