Solid State Drives – SSD Size and Pricing Guide

Introduction

As of 7 Mar 2017, the latest technology for SSD drives is the Crucial MX300. Click the size offerings below for the product page.

• 275GB ($95)
• 525GB ($150)
• 1TB ($275)
• 2TB ($550)

11 Benefits of Solid State Drives

Solid State Drives offer the following benefits over traditional hard drives that have spinning metal platters.

1. Faster computer startup.
2. Faster loading of programs and files.
3. Lower energy usage.
4. Produce no vibration.
5. Produce no noise.
6. Use less energy.
7. Generate less heat.
8. Offer greater reliability.
9. More durable.
10. Impact resistant.
11. Can be used with mobile computers without concern of adverse impact from bumps, motion, impact, or dropping while in use.

Installation

For installation into a desktop computer, you’ll want a mounting bracket like the one shown below (drive not included). [Buy] Or, alternatively, the Corsair model is quite good.

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Document History

• 7 March 2017 at 9:18 AM CST. This document replaces a previous one from 23 Feb 2015. The old document remains for reference purposes.