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Intel SSDSC2CW480A3B5 480GB 6Gb/s SATA Multi-Level Cell 2.5-inch SSD
- Capacity: 480GB
- Form Factor: 2.5-inch
- Interface: SATA III (6Gb/s)
- NAND Type: Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
- Offers enhanced read/write speeds compared to HDDs.
- Improves system responsiveness and application performance.
- Durable and reliable storage solution.
- Ideal for desktops, laptops, and servers.
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Product Overview
The Intel SSDSC2CW480A3B5 is a 480GB 2.5-inch solid-state drive utilizing Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash technology and a 6Gb/s SATA interface. It offers a significant upgrade in storage performance over traditional hard drives, providing faster boot times, application loading, and data transfer speeds.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 480GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Interface | SATA III (6Gb/s) |
Additional Specifications
| NAND Flash Type | MLC (Multi-Level Cell) |
| Brand | Intel |
| Model | SSDSC2CW480A3B5 |
Product Description
The Intel SSDSC2CW480A3B5 represents a substantial leap in storage technology, offering a 480GB capacity within a standard 2.5-inch form factor. This solid-state drive leverages the high-speed SATA III interface, capable of delivering data transfer rates up to 6Gb/s, which is double the speed of the previous SATA II standard. This interface ensures that the drive can communicate efficiently with modern motherboards, maximizing its performance potential and reducing bottlenecks in data-intensive operations. The drive's design is optimized for compatibility with a wide range of computing systems, including desktops, laptops, and entry-level servers. At its core, the SSDSC2CW480A3B5 utilizes Multi-Level Cell (MLC) NAND flash memory. MLC NAND offers a good balance between performance, endurance, and cost, making it a popular choice for mainstream enterprise and consumer applications. Compared to Single-Level Cell (SLC) NAND, MLC stores two bits of data per cell, allowing for higher densities and lower manufacturing costs, while still providing superior performance and longevity over Triple-Level Cell (TLC) NAND. This makes the drive well-suited for everyday computing tasks, general business applications, and environments where reliability is a key consideration. By replacing traditional mechanical hard disk drives (HDDs) with the Intel SSDSC2CW480A3B5, users can expect dramatic improvements in system responsiveness. This includes significantly faster boot times, quicker application loading, and more rapid file transfers. The absence of moving parts also contributes to increased durability, lower power consumption, and silent operation, making it an ideal upgrade for enhancing the overall user experience and productivity. The 480GB capacity provides ample space for operating systems, applications, and a considerable amount of user data.
