\" Outstanding Performance & Lasting Reliability Every time you turn on your computer, you’re using your storage drive. It holds all your irreplaceable files and it loads and saves almost everything your system does. Upgrade with the Crucial MX500 SSD, a drive built on quality, speed, and security that’s all backed by helpful service and support. Fly Through Everything You Do Start your system in seconds, load files almost instantly, and accelerate the most demanding applications with the Crucial MX500. Our Dynamic Write Acceleration technology uses an adaptable pool of high-speed, single-level cell flash memory to generate blistering speeds. Store up to 500GB of Data Save massive amounts of photos, music, and videos comfortably and securely. With fast access to your media, creations, and designs, you’re ready to share at the speed of your life. Enjoy the Efficiency of Next-Gen Micron 3D NAND Our cutting-edge components are engineered from start to finish for efficiency. As a result, the Crucial MX500 uses only a minimal amount of power and still delivers a high price-to-performance ratio – without needing a financing plan to pay for it. Experience a faster, cooler, and quieter computer in your home or business. You’ll wonder how you ever put up with a hard drive. Special Features: - Active Garbage Collection - Adaptive Thermal Protection - AES-256 Encryption Engine - Device Sleep Mode Support - Dynamic Write Acceleration - Error Correction Code (ECC) - IEEE-1667 Complaint - Integrated Power Loss Immunity - Microsoft eDrive Compatible - Multistep Data Integrity Algorithm - Redundant Array of Independent NAND (RAIN) - S.M.A.R.T Support - TCG/Opal V2.0 - TRIM Support Key Features: Sequential reads/writes up to 560 / 510 MB/s on all file types.* Random reads/writes up to 95k / 90k on all file types.* Over 45x more energy efficient than a typical hard drive.** Accelerated by Micron 3D NAND technology. More durable than a hard drive – no small moving parts that are prone to failure. Dynamic Write Acceleration delivers faster saves and file transfers. Integrated Power Loss Immunity preserves all your saved work if the power unexpectedly gets cut. AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption keeps data safe and secure from hackers and thieves. Exclusive Data Defence guards against data corruption. Adaptive Thermal Protection limits temperatures within the drive. Includes free Acronis True Image HD software for easy data migration. Compatible with the Crucial Storage Executive tool for easy drive maintenance. 5-year limited warranty. Specifications Capacity 500GB Edition MX500 Form Factor 2.5\"\" Height 7 mm Interface SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s) Host Controller Interface AHCI Controller Silicon Motion SM2258 with Micron Custom Firmware Flash Memory Type Micron 3D TLC NAND Max. Read 560 MB/s Max. Write 510 MB/s Max. Random Read 4K 95,000 IOPS Max. Random Write 4K 90,000 IOPS Max. Endurance Rating 100 TBW MTBF 1,800,000 Hours Connectivity 1 x SATA 3.0 (6Gb/s) Bracket Includes 9.5mm Adapter In the Box 1 x Crucial MX500 3D 500GB 2.5\"\" SATA SSD 9.5mm Adapter\"