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Black 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD with silver label, 480GB capacity

Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced MKNSSDRE480GB-3D 480GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-J2VT-AZ9C9 MPN MKNSSDRE480GB-3D

2.5" SATA internal SSD with 480 GB capacity, 3D MLC flash and up to 565 MB/s read and 500 MB/s write speeds

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • Capacity480GB
  • Memory Components3D MLC
  • InterfaceSATA III
  • Fast boot and load times with up to 565 MBps sequential read
  • Responsive multitasking from up to 80000 IOPS random read and write
  • Durable 3D MLC NAND rated for 1500000 hours MTBF
  • Low 0.09 W idle and 2.1 W active power draw
  • Built-in data protection via MEDS with internal flash RAID and LDPC ECC

480 GB 2.5" SATA III SSD

The Mushkin Enhanced Reactor Armor3D is a 2.5-inch internal solid-state drive with 480 GB of capacity. It connects through a SATA III interface and uses 3D MLC flash memory paired with a Silicon Motion SM2258 controller. Sequential reads reach up to 565 MBps and writes up to 500 MBps.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This drive suits users upgrading a laptop or desktop that accepts a 2.5-inch SATA device and wants faster boot and application loading than a mechanical disk. It delivers up to 80,000 IOPS for random 4 KB reads and writes. Systems requiring a PCIe or M.2 form factor cannot use this 2.5-inch SATA unit.

The specification that decides fit

The SATA III interface and 2.5-inch form factor are the single details that determine compatibility. Verify the host has a free 2.5-inch bay and a SATA 6 Gbps port before purchase.

Highlights

  • Fast boot and load times with up to 565 MBps sequential read
  • Responsive multitasking from up to 80000 IOPS random read and write
  • Durable 3D MLC NAND rated for 1500000 hours MTBF
  • Low 0.09 W idle and 2.1 W active power draw
  • Built-in data protection via MEDS with internal flash RAID and LDPC ECC

Specifications

BrandMushkin Enhanced
SeriesReactor Armor3D
ModelMKNSSDRE480GB-3D
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form Factor2.5"
Capacity480GB
Memory Components3D MLC
InterfaceSATA III
ControllerSilicon Motion SM2258
Max Sequential ReadUp to 565 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 500 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 80,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 80,000 IOPS
Seek Time0.1 ms
MTBF1,500,000 hours
FeaturesMEDS (Mushkin Enhanced Data-protection Suite) ensures valuable data is protected
Internal flash RAID enhances data reliability and extends endurance
StaticDataRefresh technology ensures data integrity
SLC caching accelerates burst performance
Built-in LDPC ECC
Device Sleep mode (DEVSLP) supported
SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s) interface (backwards compatible with SATA 2.0 (3Gb/s) and SATA 1.0 (1.5Gb/s))
Supports security erase feature
TRIM support (OS/driver support required)
High-reliability 3D MLC NAND flash
S.M.A.R.T. support
User-upgradeable firmware
Temperature sensor
RoHS, FCC, CE
Max sequen
Power Consumption (Idle)0.09W
Power Consumption (Active)2.1W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1500G
Max Vibration Resistance2-500Hz at 3.1G
Height7.00mm
Width69.85mm
Depth100.00mm
Weight54.43g
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size187 × 109 × 18 mm

Questions about this item

What physical space and connectors does the 2.5" 480GB SATA III drive need to fit inside my system?

The drive uses a standard 2.5 inch form factor and requires a SATA data cable plus a SATA power connector from your power supply; it mounts in any 2.5 inch bay or bracket with the usual four screw holes.

How do I install the Reactor Armor3D SSD, and what step do builders often miss?

Connect the SATA data cable to a SATA III port on the motherboard and attach the SATA power lead; the step many forget is enabling AHCI mode in the BIOS before cloning or installing the operating system.

What maintenance or replacement should I expect for the 3D MLC NAND drive over its lifetime?

The 3D MLC flash and Silicon Motion SM2258 controller include internal flash RAID, LDPC ECC and StaticDataRefresh to protect data integrity; with a 1,500,000 hour MTBF the drive is rated for long-term use without scheduled maintenance.

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