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Rectangular 2.5 inch SATA SSD with black metal casing

Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced MKNSSDEL256GB 256GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-DEPW-XRN2R MPN MKNSSDEL256GB

A 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drive with 256GB of 3D NAND storage delivering sequential reads up to 500MB/s and writes up to 450MB/s

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • Capacity256GB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfaceSAS 6Gb/s

Options 256GB

  • 500 MB/s sequential read for fast boot and load times
  • 450 MB/s sequential write speeds up file saves and installs
  • 3D NAND flash increases endurance and data reliability
  • 08 W idle power extends laptop battery life
  • SLC caching accelerates burst performance for responsive everyday use

Mushkin Element 256GB SATA SSD

The Mushkin Element MKNSSDEL256GB is a 256GB 2.5-inch internal solid-state drive built for consumer PCs. It uses 3D NAND flash and a SATA 6Gb/s interface to deliver sequential reads up to 500MB/s and writes up to 450MB/s. With no moving parts, it offers silent, low-power operation for everyday computing tasks.

Simple 2.5-inch SATA installation

The drive fits any standard 2.5-inch bay and connects via a regular SATA data and power cable. No special drivers are required for basic operation, though the OS must support TRIM for sustained performance. The only common issue is forgetting to enable AHCI mode in the system BIOS before installing the operating system.

Check SATA port and bay availability

Verify that your motherboard has a free SATA 6Gb/s port and that your case or laptop has an open 2.5-inch drive bay or compatible caddy. Confirm the operating system supports TRIM and that you have a SATA data cable and power connector available. The drive draws 0.08W idle and 2W active, well within standard SATA power limits.

Highlights

  • 500 MB/s sequential read for fast boot and load times
  • 450 MB/s sequential write speeds up file saves and installs
  • 3D NAND flash increases endurance and data reliability
  • 08 W idle power extends laptop battery life
  • SLC caching accelerates burst performance for responsive everyday use

Specifications

BrandMushkin Enhanced
SeriesElement
ModelMKNSSDEL256GB
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form Factor2.5"
Capacity256GB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfaceSAS 6Gb/s
Max Sequential Read500MB/s
Max Sequential Write450MB/s
Shipping weight0.08 kg
Package size170 × 104 × 13 mm

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Questions about this item

How can I verify the MKNSSDEL256GB is performing correctly after installation?

Run CrystalDiskMark 6.0.2 and check that sequential reads reach 500MB/s and writes reach 450MB/s; also confirm S.M.A.R.T. data shows healthy status and the drive reports 256GB capacity in the OS.

What comes with the Element 2.5" SSD and what must I source separately?

The package contains the 7mm 2.5-inch drive only; a SATA data cable, a SATA power connection and a 2.5-inch drive bay or adapter are not included and must be provided by the system.

Which capacity of the Element series should I choose for a boot drive?

The 256GB model delivers 500MB/s reads and 450MB/s writes over SATA, making it suitable as a primary OS and application drive for typical consumer workloads.

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