Dell K256M 256GB 3Gb/s SATA Multi-Level Cell 2.5-inch Solid State Drive

SKU K256M

Brand Dell

256GB storage capacity
2.5-inch form factor
SATA interface
3Gb/s SATA interface speed
MLC (Multi-Level Cell) NAND flash
Solid State Drive (SSD) technology
Improved boot times and application loading
Lower power consumption compared to HDDs

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Key specifications

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Capacity: 256GB
Form Factor: 2.5-inch
Interface: SATA
Interface Speed: 3Gb/s
NAND Type: MLC (Multi-Level Cell)
Drive Type: SSD (Solid State Drive)

Product details

The Dell K256M is a 256GB 2.5-inch SATA Solid State Drive (SSD). It utilizes Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash technology and operates at a 3Gb/s interface speed, offering a cost-effective upgrade for performance and responsiveness.

Technical Information

Capacity	256GB
Form Factor	2.5-inch
Interface	SATA
Interface Speed	3Gb/s

Additional Specifications

NAND Type	MLC (Multi-Level Cell)
Drive Type	SSD (Solid State Drive)
Model	K256M

Description

The Dell K256M is a 2.5-inch Solid State Drive (SSD) with a 256GB capacity, designed to provide a significant performance boost over traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). This drive utilizes SATA interface technology, operating at a 3Gb/s speed, which is suitable for many mainstream server and workstation applications. The SSD architecture, lacking moving parts, offers superior speed, durability, and lower power consumption compared to mechanical drives. This particular model employs MLC (Multi-Level Cell) NAND flash memory. MLC technology offers a good balance between performance, endurance, and cost, making it a popular choice for enterprise environments where consistent read/write operations are common. The 3Gb/s SATA interface, while not the latest generation, still provides substantially faster data access times and transfer speeds than most HDDs, leading to quicker boot times, faster application loading, and improved overall system responsiveness. The 2.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with a wide range of servers and storage enclosures. The Dell K256M is an excellent option for upgrading existing systems to gain the benefits of SSD technology without the higher cost associated with the latest interfaces or TLC/QLC NAND. It is well-suited for general-purpose computing, file servers, or as a boot drive in enterprise environments seeking improved performance and reliability.

Condition: Refurbished