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Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced Element 1TB 2.5" SATA SSD Mushkin-MKNSSDEL1TB

SKU CH-P4DE-MRPK1 MPN Mushkin-MKNSSDEL1TB

A 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drive with 1TB of 3D NAND storage delivering up to 500MB/s reads and 450MB/s writes for PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation and Xbox

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfaceSATA III

Options 1TB

  • 1TB capacity stores large game libraries and media collections
  • SATA III interface delivers up to 500 MBps sequential read speeds
  • 3D NAND flash provides 1,000,000 hours MTBF for long-term reliability
  • 7 mm slim 2.5" form factor fits laptops, desktops and consoles
  • Low 0.1 W idle power extends battery life in portable systems

1 TB SATA SSD for everyday systems

This 2.5 inch drive uses a SATA III interface and 3D NAND flash to deliver up to 500 MBps sequential read and 450 MBps sequential write. It fits standard 7 mm bays in laptops, desktops and consoles running Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation or Xbox. The 1 TB capacity provides space for operating systems, applications and large media libraries.

Steady performance within SATA limits

Under sustained workloads the controller manages write amplification within the SATA III bandwidth ceiling, so throughput remains consistent rather than peaking and then throttling. Active power draw is 8 W while idle consumption drops to 0.1 W, keeping thermal output modest inside compact chassis. The operating range of 0 °C to 70 °C and a 1,000,000 hour MTBF rating support continuous daily use.

Simple drop-in installation

The 3.80 mm height matches the 7 mm form factor, so the drive slides into most 2.5 inch slots without adapters. Align the SATA data and power connectors, secure the drive with the chassis screws, and the system recognises it immediately. Common issues arise only when a bay exceeds the 7 mm clearance or when older BIOS revisions need an update to expose the full 1 TB capacity.

Highlights

  • 1TB capacity stores large game libraries and media collections
  • SATA III interface delivers up to 500 MBps sequential read speeds
  • 3D NAND flash provides 1,000,000 hours MTBF for long-term reliability
  • 7 mm slim 2.5" form factor fits laptops, desktops and consoles
  • Low 0.1 W idle power extends battery life in portable systems

Specifications

BrandMushkin Enhanced
SeriesElement
ModelMKNSSDEL1TB
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form Factor2.5"
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfaceSATA III
Max Sequential ReadUp to 500 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 450 MBps
MTBF1,000,000 hours
Power Consumption (Idle)0.1W
Power Consumption (Active)8W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1500G
Height3.80mm
Width80.0mm
Depth22.0mm
Weight7g
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size201 × 70 × 5 mm

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Questions about this item

How much power does the Mushkin Element 1TB draw when it runs all day under load?

Active power consumption is 8W, idle drops to 0.1W, and the drive is rated for 0 °C to 70 °C operating temperature.

Does my laptop need a specific drive bay or adapter to install this 2.5" SATA SSD?

It fits any standard 2.5" 7 mm SATA bay; the drive measures 80.0 mm × 22.0 mm × 3.80 mm and uses a native SATA III 6 Gb/s connector.

Will this SATA III SSD work reliably alongside an older mechanical hard drive in the same system?

Yes, it connects via the same SATA interface, offers up to 500 MB/s read and 450 MB/s write, and has a 1,000,000-hour MTBF with 1500 G shock resistance.

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