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Green printed circuit board M.2 2280 SSD with black controller and silver label

Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced Tempest MKNSSDTS512GB-D8 512GB PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.4 M.2 2280 internal SSD

SKU CH-VFWN-XAR7E MPN MKNSSDTS512GB-D8

A 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD reaching 3300 MBps read and 2200 MBps write with 344000 IOPS random read, 250TB endurance and 1500000 hours MTBF

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity512GB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfacePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.4

Options 512GB

  • Up to 3300 MBps sequential read for fast load times
  • Up to 2200 MBps sequential write for quick file saves
  • 344000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 250 TBW endurance rating for long-term reliability
  • 1500000 hours MTBF for sustained operation

Capacity and interface

This Mushkin Enhanced Tempest drive provides 512GB of storage through a PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.4 interface. It targets consumers upgrading a laptop or desktop who need faster boot and load times than a hard drive can deliver.

Build quality and daily use

The M.2 2280 form factor fits standard motherboard and notebook slots without cables. 3D NAND flash and the InnoGrit IG5216 controller keep idle power at 0.3W while MEDS, fourth-generation LDPC ECC and end-to-end data path protection guard stored files.

Compatibility check

Verify the system has an M-key M.2 socket that supports PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.4 operation. Confirm the BIOS or UEFI can boot from an NVMe device and that the operating system includes a suitable driver for the controller.

Highlights

  • Up to 3300 MBps sequential read for fast load times
  • Up to 2200 MBps sequential write for quick file saves
  • 344000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 250 TBW endurance rating for long-term reliability
  • 1500000 hours MTBF for sustained operation

Specifications

BrandMushkin Enhanced
SeriesTempest
ModelMKNSSDTS512GB-D8
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity512GB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfacePCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.4
ProtocolNVMe 1.4
ControllerInnoGrit IG5216
Max Sequential ReadUp to 3300 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 2200 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 344,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 343,000 IOPS
Seek Time< 0.1 ms
Terabytes Written (TBW)250TB
MTBF1,500,000 hours
FeaturesMEDS (Mushkin Enhanced Data-protection Suite) ensures valuable data is protected
- Built-in 4th Generation LDPC ECC provides the most-powerful data correction level in use today
- End-to-end data path protection
- SLC Caching
- Data shaping increases endurance
- StaticDataRefresh ensures data integrity
- Global wear-leveling evens program/erase counts across data blocks to extend lifespan
Enhanced Power Management
NVMe Security Erase support
NVMe Deallocate function support (NVMe equivalent of TRIM command)
High-reliability 3D NAND flash
S.M.A.R.T. support
Temperature sensor
RoHS, FC
Power Consumption (Idle)0.3W
Power Consumption (Active)3.2W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1500G
Height3.80mm
Width22.00mm
Depth80.00mm
Weight7.00g
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size127 × 51 × 18 mm

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Questions about this item

What maximum sequential read speed does the PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.4 interface allow on this drive?

The interface supports up to 3300 MBps sequential read on the Mushkin Tempest 512GB model.

Which motherboard slot and physical size does the M.2 2280 form factor require?

It fits a standard M.2 2280 key-M slot, 80 mm long and 22 mm wide.

What is the correct installation order for the InnoGrit IG5216 controller SSD and which step is often missed?

Insert the drive at an angle, press flat, secure with the motherboard screw, then enable NVMe in BIOS — the screw step is frequently skipped.

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