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A 2.5 inch SATA SSD in a black metal case .276 inches thick

Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced Source 2 SED 1 TB 2.5 SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-ZNE7-RD9QB

A 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD with 1 TB capacity and self-encrypting technology

  • 1 TB capacity for large file storage
  • SATA 6Gb/s interface for broad system compatibility
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • .276 inch slim profile suits space-constrained builds
  • Self-encrypting drive technology protects data at rest

What it is and who it's for

The Mushkin Enhanced Source 2 SED is a 1 TB internal solid-state drive built to the 2.5 inch form factor. It connects through a SATA 6Gb/s interface and measures .276 in thick. This drive suits anyone upgrading a laptop or desktop that accepts a standard 2.5 inch SATA device and wants a simple capacity increase.

Who should choose it and who should not

It fits systems with an available 2.5 inch SATA bay and works well for general storage, operating system installs and everyday applications. Builders whose motherboards only provide M.2 slots without a 2.5 inch connector, or who need a PCIe-based interface, will not be able to use this drive.

The deciding specification

The SATA 6Gb/s interface is the single detail that determines compatibility. If the target system supports a 2.5 inch SATA connection, the drive will install and operate; if the platform requires a different interface, this unit is not the correct part.

Highlights

  • 1 TB capacity for large file storage
  • SATA 6Gb/s interface for broad system compatibility
  • 5 inch form factor fits standard drive bays
  • .276 inch slim profile suits space-constrained builds
  • Self-encrypting drive technology protects data at rest

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 0.276 in height fit my laptop's 2.5 inch bay?

At 0.276 in tall the drive matches the 7 mm standard, so it slides into any 2.5 inch SATA bay that accepts 7 mm drives.

What is the install procedure for the SATA 6Gb/s interface?

Connect the SATA data cable and SATA power connector, secure the 2.5 inch drive in the bay, then enable AHCI in the BIOS before installing the OS.

When will the self-encrypting drive need a PSID revert or crypto erase?

A PSID revert or crypto erase is only required if you lose the authentication credential or want to repurpose the drive with a new encryption key.

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